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🎬 FND In Focus 2026–2027 is OFFICIALLY LIVE on FND Awareness Day!
FND In Focus launches on FND Awareness Day as an annual video competition hosted by Not Defined by FND. Open to creators across the U.S., this initiative invites participants to create short videos that raise awareness about Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). The 2026–2027 theme “Flip the Script on FND” encourages storytelling, education, and advocacy through creative visual media.

Not Defined By FND
Apr 132 min read
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Voices of FND: How Do You Explain Functional Neurological Disorder?
Share how you explain Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) in your own words. During FND Awareness Month, we’re inviting the community to contribute personal, simple, and meaningful explanations to help others better understand FND. Submit your voice and explore how others describe their experiences—your words can make a difference. At the end of the month, we’ll turn the most liked explanations into free resources for the community.

Not Defined By FND
Apr 13 min read
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Celebrating 2 Years of Not Defined By FND: Growth, Impact, and What’s Next
Not Defined By FND celebrates two years as a nonprofit supporting the Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) community. From support groups and educational resources to patient tools and advocacy efforts, explore our impact, key milestones, and what’s next as we continue raising awareness and empowering those affected by FND.

Not Defined By FND
Mar 285 min read
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Help Us Choose the Best Days & Times for our FND Support Groups đź’›
Help us make our virtual Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) support groups more accessible. Complete our short survey to share your preferred meeting days and times.

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Mar 102 min read
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Growing with Intention: Updates to Our Connect & Inspire Events
Not Defined By FND is shifting Connect & Inspire Event Nights to a quarterly schedule, with a focus on interactive games. Our online Book Club continues, and volunteers are welcome to help guide discussions or host game nights using our game guidelines. The upcoming Event Night schedule will be posted soon, supporting meaningful community connection.

Not Defined By FND
Mar 52 min read
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Score Big for a Cause: Win Fayetteville Marksmen Tickets for Pixar Cars Night
Score Big for a Cause with a one-day online auction benefiting Not Defined By FND! Win Fayetteville Marksmen hockey tickets for Pixar Cars Night at the Crown Coliseum on March 21, 2025. Three separate auctions—morning, afternoon, and evening—offer endzone seats to the Marksmen vs. Macon Mayhem game. Bid online, support a great cause, and enjoy a fun family night of hockey!

Not Defined By FND
Jan 272 min read
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🎬 Introducing FND In Focus: The First-Ever Video Competition Dedicated to FND
FND In Focus is the first-ever video competition dedicated to Functional Neurological Disorder, using storytelling to raise awareness.

Not Defined By FND
Jan 152 min read
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Looking Back at 2025 — and Ahead to What’s Next
Discover how Not Defined By FND made an impact in 2025. From new community programs and educational resources to expanded research libraries and global awareness efforts, this year-in-review highlights our progress, partnerships, and people. Watch the video, read the recap, and see how we’re moving forward together into 2026.

Not Defined By FND
Dec 20, 20252 min read
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New FREE Printable Tools to Help You Take Charge of Your Healthcare
Medical appointments can feel overwhelming and rushed. These FREE printable healthcare tools help you stay organized, prepared, and confident at every visit. Download the Visit Purpose Appointment Planner to ensure your questions are answered, and the Follow-Up Tracker to log symptoms, treatments, and progress. Simple, printable resources designed to improve communication and help you take control of your healthcare journey.

Not Defined By FND
Dec 19, 20252 min read
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New Detective Series Article + Our Brochure Now in Tamil!
Discover the newest article in our FND Detective Series, exploring how brain networks and predictive processing shape Functional Neurological Disorder. Plus, our FND brochure is now available in Tamil—bringing the total to seven languages. Learn more and access free, evidence-based FND resources worldwide.

Not Defined By FND
Dec 8, 20252 min read
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Something New Is on the Horizon at Not Defined By FND
Something bold is coming to Not Defined By FND in 2026 — a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and amplify voices in the FND community. Rooted in storytelling, creativity, and advocacy, this initiative will offer a powerful new way to shine the light on Functional Neurological Disorder. Stay tuned for details!

Not Defined By FND
Oct 17, 20251 min read
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🌟 Join Our Mission: Volunteer Opportunities Available!
Join Not Defined By FND as a volunteer and help raise awareness, support research, and drive change for those affected by Functional Neurological Disorder. Flexible, remote opportunities for students, recent grads, and passionate advocates. Make a difference—on your schedule.

Not Defined By FND
Jul 31, 20252 min read
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🎉 Shop with Purpose: Support Not Defined By FND Through iGive
Support Not Defined By FND for free when you shop online through iGive! Choose us as your cause and a portion of your purchases from 2,000+ retailers will be donated to help raise awareness and support for Functional Neurological Disorder. It's fast, free, and makes a big impact.

Not Defined By FND
Jun 17, 20252 min read
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đź’Ą New! Free FND Starter Kit
Discover our free FND Starter Kit—created by and for people living with Functional Neurological Disorder. Includes a welcome letter, educational brochure, medical alert ID card, printable tools, and access to our resource and research libraries. Download instantly or request a printed copy by mail. Empower your FND journey with tools, support, and community.

Not Defined By FND
Jun 13, 20252 min read
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📚 Announcing Our New FND Research & Resource Libraries
Discover our new FND Research & Resource Libraries—free, searchable collections designed to support individuals with Functional Neurological Disorder. Explore peer-reviewed studies, community-vetted tools, books, podcasts, and support groups. Updated regularly and easy to use—sort by topic, search by keyword, and submit your own recommendations. Start exploring today at Not Defined By FND!

Not Defined By FND
Jun 3, 20252 min read
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🎉 Introducing: Play & Pause – Monthly Brain Games for FND Wellness
Discover monthly cognitive and brain exercises with our Play & Pause games—fun, quick challenges designed to support FND warriors and retrain the brain through engaging mental activities.

Not Defined By FND
May 27, 20252 min read
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✨ We’ve Revamped Our Community Groups – Come Connect with Us!
We’ve revamped our online groups to better support the FND community! Join free groups like FND Warriors Circle, Support Squad Hangout, Q&A, Positivity Corner, and Creative Expressions. Whether you’re living with FND or supporting someone who is, connect, share, and grow with others who understand.

Not Defined By FND
May 20, 20252 min read
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Your Voice Matters: Help Us Understand and Improve Life With FND
Help improve understanding and support for Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)! We're collecting survey responses from people with FND, supporters, medical professionals, educators, and the general public. Your input will shape resources, awareness, and advocacy. Surveys are quick, anonymous, and open now. Share widely and be part of the change!

Not Defined By FND
May 2, 20252 min read
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đź’™ Help Us Create The FND Companion đź’™
Coming soon: The FND Companion — a supportive guide created by and for those living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Filled with motivational quotes, real stories, practical tips, and humor, this resource is designed to inspire, uplift, and connect the FND community. Be part of it today!

Not Defined By FND
Apr 21, 20252 min read
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Two Powerful Challenges, One Important Mission.
Living with chronic illness takes strength—both from those facing it and those who support them. Join Not Defined By FND’s #EverydayVictory and #SupportSquadChallenge to celebrate the small wins, raise awareness, and honor the quiet power behind every step forward. These connected social media campaigns are open to anyone impacted by chronic illness—because every story matters, and every victory counts.

Not Defined By FND
Apr 18, 20255 min read
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