A Light in the Dark

Description

Product overview

Watching a child struggle with any kind of mental, emotional or behavioural challenge can be a heart-wrenching experience for any parent. But when your normally bright, happy, and well-adjusted child seems to change suddenly, virtually overnight and apparently out-of-the-blue, it can be both traumatic and devastating. This is the reality for parents coping with the aftermath of a PANS or PANDAS diagnosis in their child. But there is hope, and this comprehensive guide will light the way.

What you will learn

• Understand the underlying triggers and core drivers of these often misdiagnosed and misunderstood neuroimmune conditions
• Discover actionable strategies to tackle underlying factors to effectively support your own child
• Feel empowered and hopefully with the guidance of a renowned integrative naturopathic physician and fellow parent supporting her own twin sons diagnosed with these debilitating conditions.

What is PANS & PANDAS?

PANS, and its subcategory condition of PANDAS, are paediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndromes that may be triggered by environmental or pathogenic toxins that provoke a highly disordered immune and neurological response. It results in changes to the way the brain works, thinks, processes information, and how it feels. These conditions demonstrate with devastating clarity how a physical problem can manifest as alienating and isolating behavioural and mental health changes.

Hope and help are at hand

In her quintessential easy-to-read style, Dr Crista shines a light on these frequently under-recognised conditions, bringing validity to how mental health and physical health are entwined. As a mother of twin-boys affected by PANS and a renowned educator and integrative clinician, Dr Crista brings both empathy and hope together with an actionable programme to address these challenging health issues. As a must-read for parents desperate for answers to support the healthy functioning of their child, this book serves as an invaluable resource of much-needed guidance and support to move parents beyond fear to mastery of the practical, real-world strategies that effect positive change.

About the author

Dr Jill Crista is a pioneering naturopathic doctor, best-selling author and internationally recognised expert on complex, chronic health concerns, including mould illness, post-concussion syndrome, PANS & PANDAS, as well as other chronic neurological issues. She is a well-respected educator, having trained over 500 doctors through her physician training program providing essential clinical skills for understanding and addressing chronic neuroimmune and system-wide health conditions.