Functional neurological disorder

FND THERAPY

Published Article on FND

Functional neurological disorder is seen regularly in Neurology Departments. It is thought to be a malfunction of the nervous system. This can be caused by high levels of stress chemicals in the body. Although, there needs to be more research in this area. Clinical tests like MRI scans will be normal with FND. Symptoms can include:

• non-epileptic seizures
• weakness
• blindness
• spasms
• blackouts
• sensory difficulties

Similar Conditions:

• Conversion illness
• Somatisation
• CVS

DOES TRAUMA CAUSE FND? 

It is believed that FND can be the result of trauma. Therefore, the trauma may cause the nervous system to function incorrectly. It is important to note that trauma comes in many forms. From childhood adversity to an abusive relationship.

Post-traumatic stress disorder is explained as being caused by an incident of danger where we felt trapped.

EMDR AND HYPNOTHERAPY

Treatment, unfortunately, is limited on the NHS. Waiting lists are long. There are only a few specialists. Fortunately, hypnotherapy and EMDR have been researched to help this condition. Hypnotherapy can help by releasing trauma from the body. EMDR integrates memories of the trauma. Consequently, the nervous system can return to safety.

WHAT IS IT LIKE LIVING WITH FND?

The FND sufferer knows how real their symptoms are, but someone is telling them that there is nothing physically wrong. Consequently, sufferers can feel very isolated, and if no one believes them. If you have FND, you may not be offered much in the way of treatment.

If you are trying to manage the symptoms of FND then working with a hypnotherapist and EMDR specialist may be of benefit to you.

For more information, please see my article on Hypnotherapy Directory here.