Tics can be made worse by stress or fatigue and tend to improve when the individual is absorbed in an activity or task that requires concentration
The most notorious medication to exacerbate tics in patients with ADHD (attention deficit, hyperactivity disorder) are the methylphenidates (ie, Ritalin compounds). Amphetamines (ie, adderall) may also contribute to tics.
Yes, heat can potentially exacerbate tics in some children. Increased temperature and humidity can lead to discomfort or stress, which may trigger or intensify tics. It's also possible that physical activity in hot weather could contribute to fatigue and heightened anxiety, further impacting tic frequency. Monitoring your child's environment and ensuring they stay cool and comfortable can help manage this issue.
my 7 year old son taps his hands a lot this seems to be getting worse, now his arm is twitching to, what could it be?
the mosquito is the tics predator. they get rid of them
Tics may be motor or vocal
Tics usually occur in "bouts" with many tics over a short interval of time
a broken clock that only tics
Yes, all mammals can have tics.
Simple vocal tics are meaningless sounds or noises
Makes them worse
There have been some people who reported tics or nervousness after using loratadine. However, the complaints were few and the tics disappeared after stopping the medication.
Can you construct a food web which includes tics?