Conversion Disorder

Category: Mental Health / Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

Conversion Disorder, also known as Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder, is a mental health condition where individuals experience neurological symptoms (e.g., paralysis, blindness, seizures) that cannot be explained by a neurological or other medical condition. These symptoms are thought to be related to psychological factors.

Global Prevalence

Approximately 0.01-0.03% of the general population, with higher rates in neurological clinics (APA, 2013).

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