Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections, widely known as PANDAS, is a complex condition that can alter a child’s behavior overnight. A child who was previously calm may suddenly exhibit severe anxiety, obsessive...
When sudden behavioral, psychological, or neurological changes occur overnight, few people immediately suspect a post-infectious autoimmune reaction. While Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections is primarily recognized...
If your child suddenly has anxiety, tics, or drastic mood swings, you may be overwhelmed and confused. PANDAS is a real medical condition caused by an immune response that affects the brain, not just behavior. Rather than focus on psychiatric medications to manage...
October 9th is PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day to bring hope to those affected by these debilitating childhood conditions. Often misunderstood and misdiagnosed, parents are left feeling worn down and desperate for answers. Bringing awareness through education, fundraising,...
A PANDAS flare-up can cause behavioral and neurological symptoms that appear quickly and intensely. Symptoms of OCD, tics, behavioral regression, and anxiety can be triggered by infections, environmental allergens, and stress. This can be overwhelming for the child...
