The Dr. Alex Show

Unlocking the Mystery of Functional Neurological Disorder


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In this episode of The Dr. Alex Show, Dr. Alex Nelson returns to shed light on Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a condition at the crossroads of neurology and psychology. Drawing from his recent presentations and hands-on experience, Dr. Alex explores the predisposing factors, triggering events, and common misconceptions surrounding FND — especially in the wake of COVID-19. He emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, involving neurologists, psychologists, and physical therapists, to provide effective care. Join us as we dive into this often-misunderstood disorder and the hope for better recognition and treatment.

Additional resources and links from Dr. Alex:

https://www.fndsociety.org/ https://neurosymptoms.org/en/ https://fndhope.org/ https://fndaction.org.uk https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/functional-neurologic-disorder https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/brain-nerves-and-spinal-cord/functional-neurological-disorder/ - Scotland https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/fnd/

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