Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast

Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast

Hosted by: Nancy O'Hara MD

Welcome to the Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast with Dr. Nancy O'Hara! Ever wondered why some kids experience sudden, life-altering behavioral changes? This podcast delves into PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset...

Episodes

Leaky Skin, Leaky Gut, Leaky Brain: The Hidden Connection in Kids

Episode #41

Leaky skin. Leaky gut. Leaky brain. The connection is real, and it’s impacting our kids. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Sheila Kilbane joins us to connect the dots between eczema, atopic issues,...
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The ‘Total Load’ Theory Every Parent Should Know

Episode #40

From toxins to trauma, diet to infections—modern kids face more than we realize. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Beth Lambert and Dr. Heather Tallman Ruhm of the Documenting Hope Project join us to talk...
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How Gut Microbes Shape Behavior and Recovery

Episode #39

What if the fastest way to calm the brain starts in the gut? In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Sabine Hazan reveals surprising links between gut microbes and the brain—showing how tiny shifts in...
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The Hidden Mold Mistakes That Keep Families Stuck

Episode #38

What if your child’s symptoms trace back to your home’s air and dust? In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Meredith Pleiter, an environmental health coach, joins us to reveal the eight non-negotiables for...
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Could Folate Be the Missing Key in Your Child’s Progress?

Episode #37

At ReligenDX, we are revolutionizing diagnostic testing by equipping healthcare professionals with cutting-edge tools for early detection, targeted interventions, and improved patient outcomes. Our innovative...
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Masks, Lockdowns, and the Hidden Cost to Children

Episode #36

School closures, masking, and fear left scars. Here's how to rebuild resilience. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Elizabeth Mumper joins us to unpack what COVID taught us about children’s health—what...
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Why Normal Tests Don’t Mean a Healthy Brain

Episode #35

Before you treat, see the brain. This is why it matters. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Eboni Cornish explains how brain scans can help us see and calm the brain inflammation that's messing with...
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Brain First Parenting: A Calmer Way to Handle Big Behaviors

Episode #34

Supporting the nervous system beats punishing behavior. Here’s how. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Eileen Devine explains Brain First Parenting: a shift from behavior control to supporting a child’s...
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When Infections Masquerade as Mental Illness

Season #1 Episode #33

When sudden mood swings or rage don’t respond to treatment, infections may be the culprit. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Rosalie Greenberg, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, explains how hidden...
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Fake Food, Real Damage: Protecting Kids’ Gut and Immunity

Season #1 Episode #32

Fake food, real damage—here’s how to protect your child’s gut and immune system. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Michelle Perro joins us to share how ‘fake food’ and environmental toxins are...
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Mommy Movement: The Story Behind the Look. Foundation

Season #1 Episode #31

These moms turned heartbreak into hope—and created a movement that’s changing lives. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Jennifer Vitelli and Cathy Witkos join us to share how the Look. Foundation is tackling...
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Dentists Reveal: How Breathing Patterns Affect Kids’ Health

Season #1 Episode #30

Could something as simple as your child’s breathing be affecting their behavior? In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Drs. Lynda and Krystle Dean-Duru join us to explain how our breathing patterns shape sleep,...
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