Tourette syndrome in the bedroom

Tourette syndrome in the bedroom can make it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep, creating a vicious cycle where tiredness increases tics and tics further disrupt sleep.

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1 experience has been shared in this environment via the Tic Log.

If you’re in the bedroom, there’s a high chance you are about to go to sleep, or just waking up. It’s a reminder that tics are literally the first thing we do on a morning and the last thing we do before sleep. And sleep can be a challenge!

Tics can make it difficult to settle and fall asleep
With fewer distractions, tics and premonitory urges may feel more noticeable
Tiredness can make tics more difficult to manage
Tics may disturb a partner or family members sleep too!
Repetitive movements can cause soreness or make it difficult to get comfortable
Vocal tics, tapping or other movements can seem particularly loud at night
Worrying about tics interfering with sleep may make relaxing more difficult, creating a difficult cycle

Tic Log

On Mar 1, 2026, a reader experienced clonic tics (rapid, sudden movements) involving the mouth whilst in the bedroom

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