Keywords

conversion disorder, COVID-19, functional neurologic disorder, FND, FNSD, functional neurological symptom disorder, pediatric neurology

 

Authors

  1. Baidoo, Lauren DNP, APN, FNP-BC

Abstract

Abstract: Functional neurologic disorder is a complex disorder of truly experienced neurologic symptoms without evidence of underlying neurologic disease. This clinical review focuses on the pediatric population and includes the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Clinician knowledge and early identification can substantially improve patient outcomes.