Patricia Rice Doran, Christine Leininger Amabile, Diana Pohlman

A Parents' Guide to PANDAS, PANS, and Related Neuroimmune Disorders

Information, Support, and Advice

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Encephalitic autoimmune disorders, including PANDAS and PANS, cause children to display a wide range of symptoms including OCD, anxiety and tics. This helpful guide provides information for families on diagnosis and medical interventions, alongside practical strategies for support that families can carry out at home.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Seitenzahl: 160
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. Juni 2019
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 196mm x 134mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 232g
• ISBN-13: 9781785927683
• ISBN-10: 178592768X
• Artikelnr.: 55022546

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction. Part One: The Physical Realities of PANDAS, PANS and Related
Conditions. 1. Your child has PANDAS or PANS - Now what? 2. What's
happening in your child's brain: Medical Context of PANDAS/PANS. 3. Complex
cases and comorbid conditions. 4. Common treatments and therapies for
PANDAS/PANS. 5. Challenges in finding treatment for PANDAS/PANS. 6.
Ensuring physical wellbeing: Nutrition and lifestyle support for
PANDAS/PANS. 7. Managing relapse. Part Two: Living Well with PANDAS and
PANS Symptoms. 8. Supporting mental well-being: Emotional and behavioral
impact of PANDAS/PANS. 9. Managing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) on a
daily basis. 10. Managing separation and generalized anxiety. 11. Routines,
supports and social skills. 12. Family self-care: Post-traumatic stress and
support systems. Part Three: Planning, Advocacy and Communication. 13.
Communicating and advocating effectively on behalf of your child. 14.
Developing a strong educational plan for your child. 15. School supports,
accommodations and adaptations. 16. Transitions, adolescence and adulthood
with PANDAS/PANS. 17. Conclusion.