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Counselling
Supportive Counseling
- Attention to self-esteem, family issues, social coping & school adjustment may have ameliorative effects on anxiety & depression if present
- May help decrease acute & chronic stress which can exacerbate tics
- Encourage parents to build on child’s strengths
Possible Preventive Factors
- Good sleep & personal hygiene
- Informed & supportive school & home environment
- Regular physical exercise
- Encouragement of special talents (eg athletic skills, musical abilities, etc)