In the press: 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.

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.

