Patient's question:
A few days ago, I noticed something was off with my child. Some of her behaviors felt abnormal, so I took her to the hospital for a check-up. The results came back saying she had childhood tics. Both my husband and I are very worried and want to know what the dangers of childhood tics are?Doctor's answer:
The harm of childhood Tourette syndrome primarily affects mental health but does not impact intelligence. It can lead to declining academic performance, lack of social skills, and difficulty adapting to daily communication. Therefore, if a child suffers from this condition, active treatment is necessary to improve their psychological adaptation after recovery. The treatment should be provided by psychologists in tertiary hospitals. In addition to medical care, parents need to pay more attention to their child's changes. Offering encouragement will help them recover faster.