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Tics can be sudden jerky movements, sounds and words.
Tics can get worse when you feel excited, nervous or stressed.
Tics start between 4 and 8 years old.
Tics usually go away within a year.
If tics continue after a year you may be diagnosed with Tourette syndrome.
You cannot stop tics and may not be aware of them.
Tics and Tourette syndrome can cause sleep problems.
You may wake up in the night or have nightmares.
You might talk or walk in your sleep.
Lack of sleep can make you feel unwell.
This can lead to more tics.
Sleep is important.
Go to sleep at the same time each day.
Wake up at the same time each day.
Keep your bedroom cool and dark.
Turn off your screens 1 hour before bed.
Eat healthy food and avoid sugar in the evening.
Medication can help if you have problems sleeping. This is called melatonin.
Ask your doctor for more information.
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Please note: this is a generic information sheet relating to care at Sheffield Children’s NHS FT. These details may not reflect treatment at other hospitals. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professionals’ instructions. If this resource relates to medicines, please read it alongside the medicine manufacturer’s patient information leaflet. If this information has been translated into another language from English, efforts have been made to maintain accuracy, but there may still be some translation errors. If you are unsure about any of the guidance in this resource or have specific questions about how it relates to your child, always ask your healthcare professional for further advice.
Resource number: SLP48
Resource Type: Article
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