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Rogers, Sheila J., 1948-

Natural treatments for tics & Tourette's : a patient and family guide / Sheila J. Rogers.

Berkeley, Calif. : North Atlantic Books ; Broken Arrow, Okla. : Association for Comprehensive NeuroTherapy, ©2008.

xx, 337 pages ; 26 cm

" ... Guide to alternative treatments and practical steps to reduce symptoms of tic disorders and Tourette syndrome in children and adults. The book explores the environmental factors and underlying physical imbalances that can lead to these neurological symptoms, as well as alternative treatments that include immune and nutritional therapies, behavioral and counseling interventions, neurofeedback, homeopathy, bodywork, energy medicine, and Chinese medicine"--Back cover.

Tourette syndrome.

Tourette syndrome -- Alternative treatment.

Tic disorders.

Tic disorders -- Alternative treatment.

Natural treatments for tics and Tourette's

Includes bibliographical references (pages 312-325) and index.

Addressing the causes and current treatment of tics -- An overview of tic disorders -- Families find nonconventional answers -- The problem: diagnosis without full examination -- Identifying triggers for triggers -- ACN's survey on Tic Triggers -- Understanding survey results -- Letters on Triggers -- Your search for Triggers -- After the hunt -- Sensory Hypersensitivities -- Types of senory Hypersensitivities -- Tics and visual sensitivities -- Electrosensitivity and cell phones -- The environment and immune system connecton -- The critical environmental link -- Tics and modern lifestyles: Joseph S. Wojcik, MC -- Why Sherlock Holmes would be shocked: Albert F. Robbins. DO -- Autoimmunity in brain disorders and mental illnesses:Vijendra K. Singh, PHD -- Diet and nutrition -- The role of diet in Tic disorders -- Nutritional therapy -- Clinical and research insights -- Identifying and treating Candida Albicans-related problems: William G. Crook, BK and William Shaw, PHD -- Clinical laboratory tests as treatment guidance: Jon B. Pangborn, PHD -- Additional Therapies -- Behavioral and counseling therapies -- Other approaches -- Getting started -- Finding professional help -- Ten tips for success.

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