3.35 PEDIATRIC ACUTE-ONSET NEUROPSYCHIATRIC SYNDROME AND AUTOIMMUNE FAMILY HISTORY

Abstract

Pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS) and pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS) are autoimmune conditions characterized by an abrupt onset of OCD or a significantly restricted food intake. Research shows some evidence that mental health disorders are associated with autoimmune diseases and disturbances. It is also known that heritability plays a role in some autoimmune conditions, which tend to co-aggregate in families. The objective of this project was to investigate the possible connection of autoimmune family histories in children diagnosed with PANS/PANDAS to gain a better understanding of the etiology and genetic susceptibilities for developing these autoimmune conditions. CorrigendumJournal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent PsychiatryVol. 59Issue 12PreviewIn the 2019 Scientific Proceedings supplement to JAACAP, New Research Poster 3.35, “Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome and Autoimmune Family History” (2019;58:S206), the last name of author Sydney Rice, MD, was listed incorrectly. Full-Text PDF