FND AWARE RESEARCH: SUPPORT IN NZ

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FND AWARE NZ

Functional neurological disorder

Functional neurological disorder (FND) is a disorder of the functioning of the nervous system.

In other words, there is a problem with the software of the nervous system. FND causes various neurological symptoms that are not explained by another neurological or medical condition. FND symptoms can appear suddenly and progress quickly, or they can fluctuate. People with FND often have more than one symptom. Movement symptoms can include abnormal movements, problems with balance, walking, swallowing, seizures and paralysis. Symptoms that affect the senses can include numbness and issues with hearing and vision. FND also can affect memory and thinking. In some cases a trigger for the symptoms can be identified, such as stress, trauma or another neurological disorder, but often the cause of FND is unknown. It is important to understand that the symptoms of FND are not imagined.