Practical Support for Tics, Tourette's & Childhood Anxiety

This blog exists because good information about tics and anxiety can be genuinely hard to find. Whether you're a parent trying to understand what's happening with your child, an adult managing tics yourself, or just starting to explore your options — you'll find practical, accurate, and approachable content here.

Emily Reid, OTR/L

Hi, I'm Emily — an occupational therapist and tic specialist sharing practical, honest guidance on tics and anxiety that's grounded in real clinical experience.

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Minimalist calendar highlighting menstrual cycle days alongside a brain illustration showing emotional states like anxious, tired, and calm

Why Tics Get Worse Before Your Period (and What Actually Helps)

Tic Education, Tics, Tourette Syndrome

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Illustrated diagram of the human digestive system with arrows showing bidirectional communication between the gut and brain, with text overlay reading "The Gut-Brain Connection and Tics: What's Really Happening Inside the Body" — a blog post by Three23 Therapy.

The Gut-Brain Connection and Tics: What’s Really Happening Inside the Body

Anxiety, Nutrition, Parent Resources, Tic Education, Tourette Syndrome

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