Child Suffering From Mild Form Of Tourette S Syndrome And His Tics Worsening. How To Make His Life Easy?
Hi, i am concerned about my 14 years old son.He was diagnosed with a very mild form of Tourette s syndrome about 6 years ago.He is attending high school first year.His tics worsen lately and he seems to be uncomfortable to go to shool as kids make fun of his twitching.I do not want to put him on any kind of medication.I just try to explain to him that at this age the symptoms may increase.What can I do to ease his life now?Thank Tatiana,mother
Hi and thanks for the query, this s syndrome that requires much expertise and a multidisciplinary team to improve the quality of life of the child. The opinion of a neurologist, a psychologist and a physiotherapist would be most welcome in this case. Support to the family and child are very imperative. Thanks and kind regards.
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Child Suffering From Mild Form Of Tourette S Syndrome And His Tics Worsening. How To Make His Life Easy?
Hi and thanks for the query, this s syndrome that requires much expertise and a multidisciplinary team to improve the quality of life of the child. The opinion of a neurologist, a psychologist and a physiotherapist would be most welcome in this case. Support to the family and child are very imperative. Thanks and kind regards.