Guest blogs
These guest blogs have been created by members of the PANS and PANDAS community who wish to offer support and information to anyone affected by PANS and PANDAS.
PANS, PANDAS and further education
August 2026
Ellen first experienced symptoms of PANS aged 13 years old. Now 25, she wanted to write a guest blog to share her story and advice with other young people with PANS or PANDAS who are considering their options for further education.
My child vanished and a stranger landed
July 2026
Carrie Bignell is a Deputy Head Teacher and parent of teenager living with PANDAS. Carrie wanted to write a guest blog to share her family’s story, and to highlight how schools can make a difference to young people affected by PANS or PANDAS.
When our world changed
April 2026
Hannah Downing is a Psychodynamic Therapist and parent of five-year-old son living with PANDAS. Hannah wanted to write a guest blog to share her family’s story, and to provide strategic support to other PANS and PANDAS parents.
founder of Bow Tie Teacher
Why I left teaching and built the app my daughter needed
April 2026
Rob Wakeling is an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ maths teacher and the founder of the Bow Tie Teacher. Rob and his wife Nicola contacted us to share their family’s story, and to make a generous offer to young people who are currently out of education because of their experience of PANS or PANDAS.
If you would like to write a guest blog, please use this form to get in touch.
The views, opinions, and experiences shared in guest blogs belong solely to the author/s and do not necessarily reflect the views of PANS PANDAS UK. The charity does not endorse, recommend, or evaluate individual products, treatments, or services. Content is provided for general information only and should not be interpreted as medical, educational, or professional advice.
