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Episode Timestamps

[00:00] - Intro

[03:12] - Dr. Zendi’s Path to Helping Kids

[04:28] - Understanding PANS/PANDAS and Its Symptoms

[12:12] - How Does It Affect Others? Is It Contagious?

[15:41] - Simple Things That Can Help on Tough Days

[18:05] - How Parents Can Support Their Kids: Safety and Symptom Awareness

[21:19] - What Healing Looks Like with PANS/PANDAS

[27:38] - Episode Recap

[29:06] - Outro

Noticing behavior changes? PANS/PANDAS could be the cause!

PANS/PANDAS is a life-changing diagnosis that’s often overlooked, yet it can be the root cause of anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, and even autism. These autoimmune-driven conditions happen when the immune system mistakenly attacks the brain, causing a mix of neurological and psychological symptoms. In this episode, The Holistic Kids and Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer explore PANS/PANDAS, discussing the signs, symptoms, and how healing is possible.

Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer, PhD, NPP, PNP, RN-BC, IFMCP, is a double board-certified Psychiatric and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and certified Functional Medicine practitioner with over 25 years of experience. As Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Arbor Health, she specializes in helping kids heal from conditions like PANS/PANDAS, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and autism, blending conventional and holistic approaches to uncover root causes and support lasting healing.

Learn more about Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer at https://www.arbor-health.com/, or follow her on social media @drzendimoldenhauer

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