Category Archives: PANS

Amazing Self Advocacy at the Dentist!

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Michelle O'Neil

The kids had dental cleanings scheduled for after school today. Last time, Riley really wanted me to go back with her. This time, as I’ve done every time, I asked if she wanted me to join her? Or was she … Continue reading →

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Lego Therapy

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Michelle O'Neil

Our dining room table is perpetually covered in Lego. There is also a table in Seth’s room, and they often overflow the table and creep across his floor. There are several storage bins but the Lego can’t seem to stay … Continue reading →

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Between Sleep and Waking

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Michelle O'Neil

Standing beside his bed, in the dim of his nightlight, I think. Do I wake him? His sister has a snow day, but his school has not called it off. I watch him sleep. His body peaceful. Calm. Slow breathing. … Continue reading →

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Brain on Fire

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Michelle O'Neil

I recently read Brain on Fire:My Month of Madness by Susannah Cahalan. It is about a young woman working as a reporter in NYC, who suddenly shows signs of psychosis. She spends over three weeks in the hospital experiencing mania, … Continue reading →

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