In this insightful episode of Healarious, hosts Theresa Benson and Amy Redbird dive deep into the world of PANDAS and PANS with Dr. Scott Antoine, D.O., ABOIM, IFMCP, from the Center for Fully Functional Medicine. Dr. Antoine shares his extensive knowledge on pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with infections, detailing the symptoms, diagnosis, and comprehensive treatment strategies. The discussion is enriched with personal stories from both the hosts and Dr. Antoine, offering a blend of professional advice and heartfelt experiences. Tune in to learn about innovative therapeutic techniques, including the use of point systems and neuro-linguistic programming, and discover the hope and healing available for families navigating these challenging conditions.

Featured Expert:

• Dr. Scott Antoine, D.O., ABOIM, IFMCP
• Center for Fully Functional Medicine

Connect with Dr. Antoine:

• @thepandasdocs on Facebook
• @thepandasdocs on Instagram

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In this episode, hosts Amy Redbird and Theresa Benson dive into the The Irreverent Trust Guide by Elizabeth Kupferman, known for her insightful and humorous Instagram account @advancedbitches. They explore the "fawn trauma response" from Pete Walker's Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving, detailing how extreme people-pleasing serves as a survival mechanism.

Through personal anecdotes, Amy and Theresa discuss vulnerability, codependency, and the journey to healing past trauma. They emphasize the importance of sharing vulnerabilities with trustworthy individuals, drawing on Brené Brown's work on courage. The conversation also touches on validation addiction, societal standards of beauty and intelligence, and the crucial role of compassionate witnesses in recovery. This episode offers practical advice and encouragement for anyone on a path to self-improvement and healing from trauma.

This episode contains discussions on sensitive topics such as trauma, sexual assault, and codependency, which may be triggering for some listeners. Please proceed with caution and prioritize your well-being. If you find these topics distressing, consider seeking support from a mental health professional or choosing to skip this episode.

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In this eye-opening episode of the "Healarious" podcast, hosts Theresa Benson and Amy Redbird dive into the complex world of benzodiazepine withdrawal with special guest Dr. Jennifer Leigh, known in the benzo community as Dr. Jen. They explore the severe physical and mental health challenges associated with benzo withdrawal, share personal experiences, and discuss the critical importance of a slow, informed tapering process.

Dr. Jen, who has firsthand experience with benzodiazepine dependency and recovery, offers invaluable insights and practical advice for those affected. The conversation also touches on the broader issues of prescription practices and the urgent need for better education within the medical community.

For more resources on benzodiazepine withdrawal, visit Dr. Jen's website at benzowithdrawalhelp.com.

This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including suicide, rape, and the side effects of benzodiazepines. Listener discretion is advised.

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