Sage Neuroscience and Neurology
JCN: Functional Neurological Disorders
Jun 30, 2022
Dara Albert, pediatric epileptologist, discusses functional neurological disorders, including symptoms like numbness, weakness, and seizure-like episodes, without structural problems. The importance of diagnosing and treating FND is explored, along with effective communication with families and the role of specialized clinics.
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- Functional neurological disorders are characterized by neurological symptoms without a structural problem in the nervous system.
- Diagnosing and treating functional neurological disorders involves recognizing incongruent symptoms and utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy for functional seizures.
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What is a functional neurological disorder?
Functional neurological disorders are a group of disorders where patients experience neurological symptoms, such as numbness or weakness, without a structural problem in the nervous system. These disorders arise from a problem with the brain communicating with the body.
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