PANS/PANDAS are often overlooked conditions that can have a significant impact on children’s mental health, leading to symptoms such as depression, anxiety, OCD, and even behavioral changes. PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections) are thought to be caused by an autoimmune response triggered by infections such as strep throat, leading to inflammation and subsequent damage to the br