Children who have PANDAS/PANS and their families face many challenges, one of which is determining how children with these conditions can continue to function at school. The classroom can be a stressful place for a child with PANDAS, and their newfound symptoms can cause them to struggle in ways they never have before or experience… Continue reading Top Two Challenges Teachers Face With Students Who Have PANDAS/PANS
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PANDAS Families Are Acting as Citizen Scientists to Find Genetic Link With Strep
PANDAS Network has followed over 200 families for over a decade. Now genetics are being analyzed with Dr. Dritan Agalliu, neuroscientist at the Columbia University Medical Center, on a groundbreaking new PANDAS study. At PANDAS Network, one of our main goals is to help spread education and awareness about PANDAS/PANS. That’s why we’re excited to… Continue reading PANDAS Families Are Acting as Citizen Scientists to Find Genetic Link With Strep
Emma’s Story
My name is Emma. I have been diagnosed with PANDAS and several tick-borne infections. My journey began abruptly three years ago during what I call my first “episode.” I was a typical tween hanging out with some friends on a Friday night, when suddenly I developed visual and auditory hallucinations. I was thrown into a… Continue reading Emma’s Story