Hi and welcome

it really is impossible to suggest doses at it depends on age, and weight as well as individual's specific needs. usually best to check with a qualified professional on dose in a young child

generally over 12 yo/100 lb can take adult dose, half dose 6-12yo and 1/4 dose under 6yo

I documented what helped my son, but not everyone has the same requirements, although extra magnesium does seem to be needed by most people with TS and there is current feeling that it may be better not taken in conjunction with calcium

have you heard of Kid's Calm ionic magnesium supplement. I have heard very good reports on it calming tics in young kids. My son, now 19yo, takes the Natural Calm version each night and it really helps promote restful sleep as well.

The Epsom Salts (magnesium sulfate) baths are another real help for tic relief

Hi there, I'm very new to this forum, and I am trying all these supplements that you suggested for my 6 year old son, who has TS, but I'm having trouble giving him the supplements becuase he can't swallow. Any suggestions. I gave it to him in a smoothie, and he is fighting tooth and nail to drink it. Thanks so much.

Jill

some people find swallowing supps by drinking accompanying liquid from a straw helps them to swallow

I know parents have used apple sauce or yoghurt successfully too

did you see my post re the kids calm magnesium drink?perhaps he will like that and at least then you are getting the magnesium in

Dear Chemar

I am a psychiatrist in Northern Ireland and I'd be keen to make contact with the psychiatrist you consulted and mentioned in this post. How do we go about that? I realize you probably can't give info like that in a public forum setting. Any suggestions?

Kind regards

Doctor A

Hello
sorry I can't be of further help as my son saw that psychiatrist over 10 years ago, and the doctor now practices in New Zealand, as far as I know

Chemar, how did you find a doctor/counselor who was able to do the cognitive behavioral therapy? I've been trying to find one in my area but I've not found any yet.

Hi
we were referred to one by our physician, but you can also contact your health insurance and they can provide you with a list of therapists who do CBT