Play & Pause:
An FND Wellness Game Space
Living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) can feel overwhelming — but small, intentional activities can play a powerful role in healing. These games are designed as gentle brain exercises that support attention, coordination, and cognitive flexibility — all important parts of retraining the brain.
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With FND, the brain’s messaging system gets disrupted (see An Overview of FND) . But thanks to neuroplasticity — the brain's ability to rewire and adapt — consistent, simple activities can help reinforce more functional patterns. These games are not treatments, but they are tools: small steps that support awareness, engagement, and resilience in everyday life.
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Each month, we’ll feature a new brain-friendly game made for all ages and abilities. Play for fun, focus, or even just a smile — and remember: you are not defined by FND.
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Past games will remain available to play, plus, you can get a sneak peak at next month's game! Explore the games here.
💡 Got an idea for a calming or brain-boosting game? Send us your suggestions!
Current Game
June:
Focus Challenge
✅ Benefits of This Game
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Boosts visual attention and reaction speed
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Encourages mind-body timing
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Helps reinforce focused awareness in a simple, calming way
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Supports neuroplasticity and routine cognitive engagement
This quick-response game is all about timing, awareness, and focus. A shape will appear on the screen — and your job is to click it as fast as you can! Your reaction time will be shown after each try.
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Why does this matter? For those living with FND, attention, timing, and body-brain awareness can sometimes feel disconnected. Practicing focused attention in a calm, low-pressure setting helps strengthen neural pathways involved in perception, action, and response.
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There’s no score to chase, no pressure to “perform” — just you vs. the moment. Try a few rounds, take a break, then come back later and see how your focus feels.