Tics - stressed out mum:(

[alittlebitshy]

I've posted a couple of times about this but I am v v stressed at the moment and just need to let out a big cyber scream!!!!

My dd is 5. A few weeks ago she developed a blinking tic - the classic squeezing the eyes shut type. That worried me but it does seem to have died down a bit.

However, she has now started a physical jerk of her torso. Where she basiclaly arches her back and leans back, sometimes taking her head back with her, creating a double chin (just to give you an image of what she's doing).

Dh is telling me it will pass like the eyes one did - but I am terrified. This one is really noticeable (i think) and I am scared that people will comment to her about it and think her weird. As it is she is quite touchy and clingy at the moment (I suppose it could all be related) and worried about friendships at school - and I am worried that this could alienate her more.

Am I being oversensitive?

IS this likely to pass or might it linger?

Help........

[alittlebitshy]

thank you

I love mumsnet so much

Trying to chill about it a little bit today - we'll see how far I manage... argh!!!

[NKeaaf282X11ac4354f3a]

Hi, I have just found this site and am looking for some reassurance myself. My son is almost 8 and for the past two months, he keeps shrugging his shoulders and stretching his neck. When I ask him why he does it, he says he doesn't like the feel of his clothes on his shoulders! I am so so worried and so stressed and desperately want it to stop. Will it really just go?

[Fi42]

Hi my son is 6 and a week ago he started eye blinking, throat clearing, sniffing, closing his hands into a fist...mouth pulling. You name it he's tried it. It has felt relentless for him and us. Taking note of all the mums net advice and trying not to worry.. Mention it. Although we are going to see a paediatrician as I want advice about reducing symptoms. Stressful times but glad we are not alone. Also I informed school to help with stress and concession in the class room if necessary... Not sure what else to do ...

[PJM18]

Hi. My son who is 6 has had tics for the last few years, eye. Blinking, shoulder shrugging, rubbing his face, sniffing etc. I find it very stressful but try hard not to say too much about it. Has anyone's child had tics for 4 or more years then grown out of them? Looking for some positive outcomes.
Thanks

[Lisar118]

Can i please ask.someone a question?

[aidensmom1309]

My 7 year old son has a jumping tic. Yesterday was the first day he has ever gotten into trouble because of it at school. His school uses a color behavior system and his color was pulled down (meaning he was on a lower color due to his tic). The vice principal has even mentioned to me that she's trying to work with him on his walking on his toes (he walks on his toes sometimes to create a jumping motion while walking). I felt really offended as his tics has never been a problem at school or daycare before. I scheduled a meeting with his teacher to discuss his this but not entirely sure what to say. I was mad and offended they would change his color and make him feel as if he'd done something wrong. Anyone have any advice?

[Kariana]

Aidensmum this is a really old thread and you might get more responses starting a new one, however I used to teach children your son's age and would never have told them off about a tic. I think you need to talk to the teacher tomorrow and also ask to see the vice principal or principal whilst you are there. You just need to explain to them that this is a tic and that you have been assured by the doctor that your son will grow out of it and that it is important not to make a fuss about it or call attention to it. The school should then back down and treat this as they would a medical condition, by following the doctors advice (if you haven't actually seen a doctor about it this may be the time for a little white lie). It sounds at the moment like they just think your son is being silly or that he has a funny habit they can train him out of.