Can you tell me if the use of aloe vera gel or any other supplement would help a teenager with a tic disorder? thank you

Doubtful: I would not think that aloe vera gel would be helpful in any way for a tic disorder. There are some supplements that might legitimately help: GABA supplementation (which would have a calming effect(. Also l-theanine. Use of high dose, high potency fish oil, for nerve cell membrane stabilization and decrease in irritability, might also be helpful. Good luck!

No: Around 25% of children experience tics. And tics are far more likely to affect boys than girls. In most cases they disappear. Doctors may prescribe behavioral therapy, medication, or a combination of the two. Behavioral therapy helps people learn to manage their tic symptoms and reduce tic frequency. Medications are typically used to reduce tic frequency and enhance a patient's daily life.

Rule out PANDAS: As dr. Cady stated aloe is unlikely to be helpful. In addition to other options mentioned, i would suggest having your teenager evaluated for pandas (pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder associated with strep ) or similar post-infectious autoimmune process that can cause tics, ocd and behavioral changes. You can find out more info at http://pandasnetwork.Org/.

No: Can not imagine how it would.Certainly no evidence exists that it helps.There is no proof or practical experience that any supplements helpsee your doctor for research proven options.

Alovera not helpful: There ae no supplements that have been scientifically proven to help tic disorders. If you are interested in a non patent medicine approach, consider Cognitive Beheavioal Techniques to decrease anxiety.