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Abstract Over the centuries, various etiologies have been proposed to explain functional neurological disorders (FND), including functional seizures. These have included models relying on supernatural influences upon the body, emphasis on consequences of malfunctioning reproductive organs, the...

Full title: Socio-demographic characteristics and psychopathological assessment in a sample of 13 paediatric patients with functional neurological disorders: A preliminary report Abstract This observational study aims to characterize, from a socio-demographic and psychopathological...

[Empire builders busy empire building] Highlights • A grounded theory approach explored idiopathic drop attacks. • Our proposed model is consistent with current cognitive behavioural models of FND. • A main precipitating factor of a fall related to another cause was identified. • External...

Full title: Transcranial and muscular single-pulse magnetic stimulation is efficient on motor functional neurological disorders by the feedback of induced muscle contractions — A retrospective case series Abstract Objective Motor functional neurological disorders (mFNDs) are improved by...

Abstract Objective Reporting of unexpected symptoms after concussion might, in some people, reflect a Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD), or exaggeration (feigning). This study aimed to determine whether reporting unexpected symptoms after concussion was...

Highlights An interdisciplinary review of patients’ and professionals perceptions of the functions and effects of naming of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures. Presents a range of considerations for and against different choices of nomenclature. Arguments for, and a trajectory towards...

ABSTRACT Functional neurologic (conversion) disorder (FND) is a core neuropsychiatric condition directly at the intersection of psychiatry and neurology. Over the past several decades, renewed interest in FND has been catalyzed by use of a “rule-in” diagnostic approach leveraging positive...

Abstract Objective: Functional neurological disorder (FND) is a core neuropsychiatric condition. To date, promising yet inconsistently identified neural circuit profiles have been observed in patients with FND, suggesting that gaps remain in our systems-level neurobiological understanding. As...

Highlights • Existing evidence-based psychotherapeutic modalities for FNDs are based on different theoretical foundations. • However, there is considerable overlap between modalities regarding tools and targets. • Congruence between treatment rationale and patient characteristics may guide...

Highlights Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD) can be manifestations of PD and DLB. FND/SSD appear at prodromal/early stages of PD, then subside with motor worsening. In cognitively impaired patients, FND/SSD may evolve into somatic delusions. Abstract The...

Abstract The treatment of functional neurological disorder (FND), previously referred to as conversion disorder, can be challenging. Despite these challenges and with increased understanding of this condition, new treatment options are emerging. One such treatment is hypnosis, which has a long...

Latest empire building spam from Edwards. Abstract What if the patients most health professionals actively seek to avoid, people with “medically unexplained” or functional symptoms, were those who hold the key to a more successful, more rewarding and more just system of medical practice for...

Full title: Assessment of cytokines, microRNA and patient related outcome measures in conversion disorder/functional neurological disorder (CD/FND): The CANDO clinical feasibility study Highlights • It is feasible to establish and assess a cohort of CD/FND with motor symptoms, involving...

Highlights • Recent evidence indicates targeting mood may have limited to no effect on FND. • Future research should identify and evaluate novel treatment targets. • Mechanisms have been identified that warrant additional investigation as targets. • Studies should assess if change in symptoms...

ABSTRACT In part due to a greater understanding of trauma and its manifestation as disease, the field of functional neurology has seen rapid development over the past decade with the inauguration of the Functional Neurological Disorder Society. Recent developments in our understanding of...

Abstract In this study, it was aimed to evaluate the dorsal striatum nuclei of patients diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder by texture analysis method from magnetic resonance imaging images and to compare them with healthy controls. Study groups consisted of 20 female patients and...

Not a recommendation nor an endorsement. Link to article here COVID Vaccines Linked to Functional Neurological Disorders Exerpts: So that’s what’s going on, they are worried about the impact. Not worried about what's wrong with these women. (Note, I am not anti-vax, i absolutely support...

Abstract SARS-CoV-2 survivors may report persistent symptoms that resemble myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). We explored (a) ME/CFS-like symptom prevalence and (b) whether axonal, inflammatory, and/or lung changes may contribute to ME/CFS-like symptoms in SARS-CoV-2...

Authors also include Carson, Hallet and Stone. No abstract given, see screenshot below Paywall, https://neuro.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.neuropsych.21050116

Bridget Mildon created FND Hope International, and is very active in supporting the concept of functional neurological disorders. She wrote about the experience that set her on the path of advocating for FND here Mad in America: Turning patients into numbers Her experience and initial...