Stopping a Tic in its Tracks: A Mother’s Mission
This inspiring letter was received by Sheila Rogers DeMare, director of ACN, from a mother in Ohio. My son Cole had a brief experience with an eye-blinking tic at age five, and happily we saw […]
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OCD and Tics: Unplugging our Cordless Phone System Saved my Daughter (Premium)
When I unplugged our cordless phone system, I had no idea what a difference it would make in our lives. My reason for unplugging it was that within one year, two of my friends were […]
Reducing Tics: Diet Not Always the Only Answer
The following article is a response by Dr. Marshall Mandell to a parent who, after three weeks, had discontinued a diet change for her son. She explained that an integrative physician had recommended the diet, […]
Self-Discoveries in Managing my Tourette Syndrome Naturally
This account is an excellent example of how careful observation, along with trial and error, can help determine personal triggers for tics and urges, and help one learn methods to deal with symptoms. A friend […]
Did Tic Symptoms Ramp Up Over the Holidays?
UPDATED: Winter holidays should be a source of joy, but between the treats, allergens, and new electronics, many experience just the opposite. Allergens in the home can include fresh and artificial trees, scented candles and air […]
How Eliminating Triggers Dramatically Reduced Our Son’s Tics
Our organization often receives letters from people who share new therapy ideas, explain symptom-triggers they have discovered, or simply offer thanks. Such a note arrived this morning. A note not so different from others, yet […]
Tourette Syndrome, OCD, and Formaldehyde in our Home
We have an 8-year-old child who has a combination of Tourette syndrome and mild obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Through nutrition, cleansing, and supplements over the past year, we have seen some dramatic improvements. A couple […]
Finally Finding Help for My Tics: Diet and Nutrients
My name is Angelina, and I’m from “down under,” on the east coast of Australia. I want to share my story in case it can help someone else. I’m now 23 years old but I’ve […]