Question 1

why does adhd medication cause tics in children?

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It depends.: It depends on the child, and on the medication. Some adhd medications are stimulants, and would tend to make tics worse in anyone. Other adhd medications should not worsen tics. It's best to discuss this with your doctor.

Question 2

what is the reason why children develop tics, does it have to do with trauma or neurological damage?

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Neither or both: Tics can occur developmentally around seven years old and dissipate by teenage.  However, severe motor movement disorders can be caused by panda's, or inherited as a disease such as generalized anxiety disorder, ocd, or phobias. See the following link: http://www.Pedrheumonlinejournal.Org/april/reviewarti.Htm.

Question 3

can children's benadryl (diphenhydramine) cause an eye twitching tic?

Accepted Answer

It is possible: If the eye twitching happens soon after giving the medicine (and does not occur at other times), and the child is not taking other meds, it is probably the cause. I would avoid it in the future if possible.

Question 4

what is a cause of my tics?

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Causes of tics: Tics are involuntary movement disorders caused by imbalance of brain chemicals.  Excessively high Dopamine and glutamate have been found to be underlying causes.  Emotional states can exacerbate tics, but are not the underlying cause.  There are many medications that can help manage tics.  Contact the tourette syndrome association for more information and referral to experts in the field.

Question 5

what are the general triggers for tics in children to avoid?

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Many: Changes of routine, as in the beginning of school after a vacation, often trigger tics.  Although these situations can't always be avoided, you can prepare yourself that the tics may increase, and not get upset over it.  Stimulants, such as caffeine, chocolate & otc decongestants may trigger tics.  Illnesses may also, particularly if the child has panda's. Here's the nmih website on it http://intr.

Question 6

what is the difference between tics and transient tics in children?

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Developement: Transient tics occur in 5-7 yr olds as blinking or shoulder hitching, or similar movements. They disappear rapidly. Tics are part of a class of disorders called "motor movement disorders" that can be simple, complex, tourette's or panda's.  See http://www.Nimh.Nih.Gov/health/publications/pandas/pandas-frequently-asked-questions-about-pediatric-autoimmune-neuropsychiatric-disorders-associated-with-.

Question 7

what is the cause of childhood tics?   is there anything i can do to help my child's tic go away faster?

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Usually temporary: Transient tic disorder is not uncommon in children and often fades as they age. Medically treatment is usually not needed unless tics are extreme and socially uncomfortable. Try not to call attention to the tics. Sleep deprivation, stress, anxiety can aggravate them. Talk with your MD to make sure this is the case. Brain still going thru growth changes and as it matures many of these will fade.

Question 8

what are the causes of eye tics?

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Eye tics: Eye tics or random eye blinking or eye movements can occur due to many issues.  See an eye doctor for further evaluation.

Question 9

what can cause facial tics?

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Torette: One cause is tourette syndrome. Facial tics should be evaluated by a neurologist for all possible causes and treatments.

Question 10

what are the causes of facial tics?

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Many: Facial tics can be developmental (occurring as normal development signs in 6-8 year olds), or part of a motor movement disorder (such as tourette's) .   Sometimes tics can be an adverse effect from medications.  Also, tics can be caused by a neuroautoimmune process called panda's.  See: intramural.Nimh.Nih.Gov/pdn/web.Htm.

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