A 2024 study found folate receptor antibodies in 63.8% of children with PANS or PANDAS - meaning their brains may be unable to access folate even when blood levels look normal. This article explores what cerebral folate deficiency is, how it connects to symptoms like tics, OCD and anxiety, and what the current evidence says about folinic acid and leucovorin as interventions.

When a child develops tics, it can feel confusing, sudden, and worrying. Beneath the surface, tics are often a sign of a sensitive or overwhelmed nervous system. This gentle guide explores what may be contributing to tics and how supportive, natural care can help the body settle, regulate, and restore balance.

If your child has changed overnight or reacts more at home, mould may be contributing to symptoms like anxiety, tics and sleep problems. This article explains the hidden link between mould exposure and conditions like PANS and PANDAS, plus what to do next.