January 4, 2026
Bullying & PANS/PANDAS
Bullying & PANS/PANDAS Bullying is a frequent concern within the PANS/PANDAS community. Bullying is never the child’s fault. When symptoms are misunderstood, children may be labeled as...
Family Resources
December 19, 2025
Holiday Survival Guide for Families & Individuals Navigating PANS/PANDAS
At ASPIRE, the Alliance to Solve PANS & Immune-Related Encephalopathies, we support families facing PANS/PANDAS throughout every stage of life. This holiday guide shares the practical strategies...
December 12, 2025
Share Your College Experience with PANS/PANDAS
College with PANS/PANDAS: Your Story Matters Starting college can be challenging for any young adult. For students living with PANS/PANDAS, the transition often comes with added layers—managing...
December 12, 2025
Navigating College Accommodations for Students with PANS/PANDAS
Starting college is an exciting milestone, but for students with PANS/PANDAS, the transition can feel especially overwhelming. Balancing academics, health needs, and independence requires careful...
October 10, 2025
Thank You for an Incredible Awareness Day!
I want to thank our entire community for participating in PANS PANDAS Awareness Day yesterday. Your posts, lights, and conversations made a powerful impact. Today is World Mental Health Day,...
October 7, 2025
The Cost of Inaction: It Is Time to Treat PANS/PANDAS Promptly and Appropriately
By Gabriella True, President, Alliance to Solve PANS & Immune-Related Encephalopathies (ASPIRE) Each year, countless children and adults with PANS PANDAS lose critical time, time when early...
October 5, 2025
About PANS PANDAS from ASPIRE Video
Learn more about PANS PANDAS PANS PANDAS are misdirected immune responses that result in acute onset of OCD, tics, and/or restricted food intake, along with two neuropsychiatric symptoms in seven...
August 12, 2025
Joint Rebutttal Statement to the AAP
Joint Rebuttal to the American Academy of Pediatrics Clinical Report on PANS (12/16/24)...
April 17, 2025
PANS & Eating Disorder/Food Restrictions & Toolkits/Handouts
PANS PANDAS & Eating Disorders/Food Restrictions – Full Packet of Recent studies and Flyer. Please note that the Flyer is also available in two poster sizes...
March 10, 2025
The Sibling Experience in PANS/PANDAS: Understanding the Challenges & Needs
Living with a sibling affected by PANS profoundly impacts well-being—fear of outbursts, limited social opportunities, and the isolation of not having the words or knowledge to explain the...
March 8, 2025
Managing Needle Fear: Practical Tips for Blood Draws & Infusions
Needle fear is real, and you’re not alone. Whether it’s a quick blood draw or a longer infusion, anxiety can make the experience stressful. For those with PANS/PANDAS, it may...
March 8, 2025
Hydration & IVIG: Why It Matters
Staying well-hydrated before, during, and after IVIG can help minimize side effects like headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and muscle cramps. Here’s how to make hydration work for you: Download...