Episode 196: Is Biological Sex Important for the Development of Functional Neurological Disorders (FND)?

This EANCast episode delves into the complex relationship between biological sex and Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Experts discuss how reproductive anatomy, chromosomes, and hormones influence FND, which presents neurological symptoms without structural brain changes. The discussion highlights the higher prevalence of FND in females and explores potential contributing factors, including biological influences and gender bias in diagnosis and presentation.

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