
PANDAS
Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcus
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIANS CAN IDENTIFY AND REFER CHILDREN TO MEDICAL PROVIDERS, AND TREAT SYMPTOMS WITH COGNITIVE BEHAVIOR THERAPY
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Through a screening interview and intake assesment, mental health clinicians can refer suspected cases of PANDAS to a child's pediatrician or other health care professional. DOWNLOAD PARENT SYMPTOM RATING SCALE HERE.

Cognitive behavior therapy should be started while medical testing is performed to begin to alleviate symptoms. DOWNLOAD SAMPLE LESSONS HERE.

Exposure and response prevention teaches children and parents about intrusive thoughts, physical manifestations, and how to respond with more adaptive coping strategies. SEE AN EXAMPLE OF HOW THIS WORKS HERE.

Providing family members psychoeducation and supportive counseling, either through individual or family therapy, can be crucial during this traumatic time. FIND RESOURCES ON THE "MORE INFO" PAGE OR BY FOLLOWING THIS LINK.