Emerging research is identifying an interesting relationship between Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), autism and ADHD. But what does this mean for individuals experiencing functional tic-like behaviours, and could understanding someone's neurodevelopmental profile be an important part of providing effective support? By Sarah Sharp, TicTock Therapy & Coaching Ltd Looking Beyond the Visible Symptoms When someone presents with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), parti

The Tics Are the Fire, But What Is Fuelling Them? The Tics Are the Fire, But What Is Fuelling Them? Why exploring co-occurring neurodivergence can be an important part of understanding and managing tic disorders. “I don't want my child to have another label.” Throughout my work supporting children, young people and adults with tic disorders and Tourette Syndrome, I have heard this statement many times. Sometimes a parent is happy to acknowledge their child's tics but becomes

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