Question
Why have I been involuntarily blinking my eyes recently? Could this be related to my mental state or sleep issues? I’m worried it might affect my work and health.
Answer
Frequent blinking can be a symptom of tics. Tics are a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary muscle twitches. Treatment methods for tics include psychological behavioral therapy, medication, and physical therapy. If your symptoms are not very frequent, you may consider starting with psychological behavioral therapy before resorting to medication. This includes explaining the nature of the disease to children and their parents, avoiding excessive attention and reminders of the tic behaviors to reduce the reinforcement of symptoms. At the same time, guide children to participate in various activities to distract their attention and alleviate symptoms.