Question
The facial tics and eye rolling in a child cause concern for parents. How can one distinguish between these symptoms being epilepsy or a tic disorder?
Answer
Epilepsy and tic disorders are two distinct conditions. Epilepsy occurs during sleep and is characterized by brief loss of consciousness, with children unable to describe the details of the attack . Tic disorders are a neurological movement issue that does not cause loss of consciousness or falling to the ground, usually appearing during the day and can be gradually improved through psychological counseling. Understanding these differences can help parents correctly address their child’s symptoms.