FND Research
The brain operates on neural circuits (see The Brain & How It Talks To the Body), and the different symptoms of FND arise from one or more abnormal constructs, which can be mapped onto these various neural circuits.
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Note: As we look at the research and the various constructs involved, it is important to remember that the many brain areas work interactively together when evaluating and processing the information necessary for completing tasks, whether it is a thought or an action. If one area is 'malfunctioning', the message that is being relayed will likely be received incorrectly or not at all (see the Putting the Pieces Together page for a review).
FND Research Library
Explore the FND Research Library — a curated collection of recent, peer-reviewed studies related to Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). This library is organized by topic to help you easily explore research on diagnosis, treatment, neurobiology, patient experience, and more.
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We’ve focused on research from the past five years to ensure the information is current and relevant. At Not Defined By FND, we are committed to an evidence-based and inclusive understanding of FND. As such, studies that frame FND solely as a psychological issue have been excluded in favor of research that reflects its complex, multidisciplinary nature.
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This library will be regularly updated as new studies are discovered or contributed by the FND community. You can use the filters, search, and categories to navigate — and if you know of a study we should include, we welcome submissions through the form on this page. All entries are reviewed before publishing.
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You’re not alone in this — and neither is the science.
