Bring the whole picture
Assessment preparation sheet
You do not need to fill every box. Choose the details that help explain your child’s experience and the impact on their everyday life.
Child or initials
Appointment date
Service / clinician
1. The story so far
When did you first notice movements or sounds? What has changed since then?
2. Your child’s view
What do they notice, feel, want adults to understand, or prefer adults not to do?
3. Everyday impact
Think about pain, sleep, learning, attention, friendships, activities, self-esteem and family life.
4. What supports access?
What helps at home or school? What makes things feel harder?
Questions I may want to ask
- What are you considering, and what information is helping you decide?
- Are there other needs we should explore or support alongside the tics?
- What can home and school do now to reduce pain, distress or barriers?
- What is the next step, who is responsible, and what should we do if things change?
My own question: