tourettes (x-post on MAL)

[christal]

(also posted on MAL)

my step-son has some issues....(who most of you know lives with DH and I)
he has ADHD. we have been struggling with his behavior, constant worries and anxiety for a few years now.

even before he was on meds, he was very repedative about movements and words. but since on meds he has developed some other tics, such as muscle movements in his butt, arms, shoulders and is constantly sniffing (which i just read constant sniffing is a sign of tourettes).

he is being tested for possible tourettes.

honestly - i had my hair done and the stylist was telling me about her son having tourettes and the next week my step-sons dr. told me that he was suspisious of my step-son having it. i feel as if i met my styist for a reason...

if anyone has any personal experience they are willing to share with me, it would be really appriciated.

[babs]

I am sorry you are going through this. I personally don't have any experience with tourettes.....but am ready to learn and support you on this path if you ned to walk it!
My advice is to just get as much info as you can before the visit and make your list of questions...sometimes I email the dr before the visit my questios so they are ready for me.
Good Luck!
Babs

[monicag]

I don't know anything either but I'm here for ya too!!!