Why do some people blink excessively? Excessive blinking can be due to problems with the ocular surface (eye irritation, dryness, foreign body in the eye), vision (refractive error), or eyelids. It can also be caused by movement disorders (facial spasms, blepharospasm), habitual tics, and mental and physical stress or fatigue. Serious conditions that can cause excessive blinking include seizure disorders, sensory system issues (stroke and tardive dyskinesia), or neurological conditions (Wilson’s

👶🧠 Is your child blinking repeatedly, jerking, or making sudden sounds? It could be more than just a habit. ⁠ Tics in children are often misunderstood or ignored — but they could be signs of a neurological movement disorder that needs timely attention. ⁠ 👩‍⚕️ Dr. Neeraja explains: ✅ What are tics and how to identify them ✅ Common signs in school-age children ✅ Why early neurological consultation is important ✅ Do all tics need treatment? What should parents know? ⁠ 💡 Not all repetitive movem