Autism Parenting Secrets

Episode: "PANS/PANDAS Responds To The RIGHT Remedy"
Hosts: Len Arcuri, Cass Arcuri
Guest: Erin Page, Homeopath & Educator
Release Date: March 19, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode explores the complex intersection of PANS/PANDAS—acute-onset neuropsychiatric disorders—and homeopathic approaches to healing, especially for families dealing with autism or overlapping symptoms. Host Len Arcuri welcomes guest Erin Page, a homeopath and parent whose personal journey and professional experience help demystify the conditions and offer parents actionable hope. The discussion dives deep into what PANS/PANDAS is, how symptoms may overlap with autism, and how homeopathy can provide both acute relief and long-term healing by addressing root causes.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Understanding PANS/PANDAS (03:02)

• Overlap with Autism:
  Erin emphasizes that the symptom picture of PANS/PANDAS can closely resemble autism, ADHD, or OCD due to underlying neuroinflammatory and infectious processes often missed by standard diagnoses.

  "So often a pans child will look very similar to a kid with autism. [...] Really encourage parents to look into what kinds of infections are present." — Erin (03:02)

• Environmental Triggers:
  Conditions like mold or other toxins can contribute to or exacerbate neuroinflammation, pushing a child into a PANS/PANDAS state.

• Behavior as Symptom, Not Cause:
  Behaviors such as anxiety, OCD, or repetitive actions may be external manifestations of internal physiological and immunological problems.

The Homeopathic Approach

Multi-Pronged, Individualized Healing (08:03, 12:58)

• Classical vs. Contemporary Approaches:

  • Classical Homeopathy: One constitutional remedy for life, based on full symptom picture and personality. Works best in early or less complex cases.
  • Contemporary/Complex Cases: Many children arrive with years of chronic illness, toxic exposure, trauma, and suppressed symptoms; a more layered, tailored approach is required.

• Nosodes and Totality Remedies:

  • Nosodes: Homeopathic preparations from the energetic signature of specific infections (e.g., mycoplasma, strep) to help the body recognize and resolve chronic infections.

    "In my practice, I use a lot of nosodes. (...) I then dosed [my son] with mycoplasma pneumoniae in homeopathic potency and we watched his titers go down." — Erin (11:08)

  • Totality Remedy: Addresses broader constitutional symptoms and strengthens overall vitality.

• Addressing Deficiencies:
  If a child feels physically ill from deficiencies, symptom improvement may follow simply by helping them feel better in their body.

How Homeopathy Works (14:53)

• Stimulating the Body’s Intrinsic Healing:
  Rather than suppressing symptoms like much of Western medicine, homeopathy works by giving a gentle energetic signal, inviting the body’s innate intelligence to address the underlying cause.

  "The pellets don't do the healing. Your body does the healing. It is only in the concept of energetically sharing, showing your body what needs to be healed." — Erin (14:53)

Toxic Overload—The Modern Challenge (18:43)

• Environmental Stressors:
  Today’s children face unprecedented toxic exposures—chemicals, EMFs, mold, vaccines, trauma—making their systems overloaded and less responsive to simple, single-remedy approaches.

  "Our kids are really growing up in this toxic soup. [...] It makes it so that the body becomes—has trouble focusing. Maybe, it's like a little bit of ADHD inside the body." — Erin (14:53)

Root Cause and Suppression (20:15)

• Root Cause vs. Symptom Suppression:
  • Homeopathy tries to "unstick" the body's healing mechanisms, even addressing the suppression from pharmaceuticals.

    "If we continue to suppress it, we're telling the body, we don't need you to work in that way. [...] The more we choose to suppress things, then the more likely we are to drive them deeper into the body." — Erin (20:15)

• Temporary Symptom Emergence:
  Acute symptoms during healing (like a short-lived sore throat) can signify the body working through the illness rather than chronic suppression.

Western Medicine vs. Homeopathy (24:41)

• Philosophical Divide:
  • Western Medicine: Focused on suppressing symptoms, often fails to address root causes or the connection to underlying infections/toxicities.
  • Homeopathy: Bets on the body's self-healing abilities, mitigates the risk of side effects, and is remarkably easy for children to take.

    "I get the skepticism because I've been there. [...] The beautiful thing about [homeopathy] is [...] it's very easy for a child to take. There couldn't be anything easier." — Len (24:41)

Communication & Understanding Symptoms (26:05)

• Beyond Parental Interpretation:
  Homeopathy can peel away layers (toxicity, suppression) to help reveal a child’s authentic symptom picture—which may differ from parents' perceptions.

  "Sometimes our experience of their symptoms is much different than their own. [...] We can peel back some of those layers and then we can start to see the true symptom picture and the true personality of that child." — Erin (26:05)

• Value of Deep Listening:
  Skilled homeopaths collect extensive information to personalize remedies—patience and detail matter.

Acute Symptom Management: Rescue Remedies (32:21)

• For Crises and Rages:
  Homeopathy can provide fast relief when children spiral into panic attacks or aggressive outbursts.

  "In those particular scenarios, homeopathic remedies can be dosed at that time. And I have seen turnarounds happen within minutes before you could even pick up the phone and call for help." — Erin (32:21)

• Parental Reassurance:
  There is hope and something safe to try during frightening episodes.

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• "Homeopathy can be a wonderful addition to your child’s care because then we can open up that case for further for their treatment." — Erin (03:02)
• "There are no one or two remedies, it’s really more nuanced than that. But the important thing is that through the right remedy for what’s happening with your child, there’s a lot you can do..." — Len (31:01)
• "The key is having somebody who is advising you with that skill set." — Len (33:58)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:00-03:02: Introduction of guest & topic, overview of PANS/PANDAS, intersection with autism
• 03:02-08:03: Homeopathy basics, symptom-focused care, challenges of diagnosis
• 08:03-12:58: Classical vs. contemporary homeopathy, nosodes, case stories, practical approach
• 12:58-14:53: Explaining homeopathy’s core principles and real-world application
• 14:53-18:43: Challenges of environmental toxins and toxic overload in modern children
• 18:43-24:41: Root cause vs. suppression, healing crises, pharmaceutical detox considerations
• 24:41-26:05: Western medicine vs homeopathy philosophy, safety and ease of dosing in children
• 26:05-31:01: Understanding true symptom picture, child’s perspective vs. parent's, importance of deep assessment
• 32:21-33:58: Use of rescue/homeopathic remedies for acute crises, real-time intervention
• 33:58-34:36: Where to find more about Erin Page and her resources

Resources & Further Info

Erin Page:
Website: Heart Wing Healing
Podcast: "Remedy Revolution" (available on major platforms)

Takeaway Message

PANS/PANDAS presents complex challenges often misdiagnosed as or overlapping with autism. Homeopathy, especially when guided by a skilled practitioner, offers immediate tools for crisis episodes and a unique path for long-term healing by gently guiding the body’s own healing intelligence—without side effects or suppression. For parents feeling lost or overwhelmed, there's hope, but success depends on personalized, root-cause-focused care.

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