Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes When it comes to pediatric neuropsychiatric disorders, two conditions that often fly under the radar – both parents and clinicians – are Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS), including PANDAS.  In my clinical experience, most parents don’t hear about these conditions until they’re deep into Google searches, desperately trying to understand

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes PANS and PANDAS have a lot in common, but when it comes to treatment, understanding the differences is essential. Parenting a child with one of these conditions can feel like navigating a maze of misinformation, especially when reliable answers are so hard to find. As a fellow PANS mom, I understand the frustration, fear, and

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes As a mom of a child with PANS, I know how terrifying it feels when your child suddenly starts to behave differently overnight. Understanding what a flare looks like and the underlying causes is one of the vital steps to managing it. For the parents in my one-to-one program or for those that got my

PANS/PANDAS is a relatively new diagnosis with PANS identified only in the late 1990s.  While awareness is growing, many parents (and doctors) still struggle to get the answers and support they need. That’s why I’ve been having these conversations for years — sharing what I’ve learned, talking with experts, and giving parents like you the real, reliable information you should’ve

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Watching your child change overnight is terrifying. As a mom to two neurodivergent kids—one with PANS—I know the heartache, confusion, and desperation that can come with this journey. The good news? Low-dose Naproxen has made a real difference for many of the families I support. It helps calm the inflammation in the brain triggered by

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Is your child struggling with sudden, overwhelming symptoms that seem impossible to control? For families dealing with PANDAS, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatment offers a beacon of hope, helping to reset the immune system and bring much-needed relief. What is PANDAS? PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections) is a sneaky subtype of Pediatric

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes If your child’s personality flipped overnight — you’re seeing tics, obsessive thoughts, and out-of-nowhere meltdowns — you’re not imagining it. That might be PANDAS, where the immune system goes after the brain instead of an infection like strep. When things feel intense and nothing seems to help, some parents turn to a treatment called plasmapheresis.