FND Stories

by Markus Reuber, Maxanne McCormick (Editor), Gregg H. Rawlings (Editor)

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is one of the most common diagnoses among patients referred to neurology clinics, but is still misunderstood and under-recognised by medical professionals and the public.
This vital book brings together the voices of healthcare professionals and people living with FND across the world. Experts in neurology provide a clear, evidence-based explanation of FND as an introduction, laying the foundation for the personal stories of people with FND and the professionals involved in their care. From testing and diagnosis to dealing with stigma and coping with changing symptoms, each chapter delves into the realities of life with FND from the perspective of lived experience.
FND can be an isolating condition. The life stories in this book will help you to make sense of living with FND and tackle its challenges alongside others with the condition.

256 pages, Paperback

Published January 18, 2024

Reviews

[Jess · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anyone who’s recently been diagnosed with FND should read this book. Fantastically written!

[Lily Keller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Made me feel less alone in my diagnosis, I wish everyone in my life would read this book, so they would understand it a little better.

(Shoutout to everyone who has ever caught me while I was having a seizure and kept me from smacking my head on the ground!)

[Alice · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my most loved and dearest friends was diagnosed with FND last year, and I learnt so much about the condition by reading this book. While many of the stories were sad to read, most of them had an element of hope and were so inspiring. A must read for everyone, as it is such an unknown but often debilitating condition ❤️

[Isabelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this book is for those who know someone with FND or for those recently diagnosed. The stories are short and easy to read, making it easy to digest them. I’m glad there’s finally a book out there.