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Psychogenic non-epileptic seizures in children
Rajkumar Agarwal1, Latisha Gathers-Hutchins2, Hara Stephanou3
1Division of Neurology, Dayton Children's Hospital, Dayton, Ohio, USA; Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio, USA.
Abstract:
Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES) are a relatively common condition in children. While their clinical presentation resembles epileptic seizures, the underlying cause for PNES involves a multitude of bio-psychosocial factors. Patients may be misdiagnosed with epilepsy and subjected to unnecessary treatments, often delaying the diagnosis for years. A strong understanding of its symptomatology is essential for diagnosis of PNES. Successful management depends on effective teamwork that involves the neurologist as well as mental health professionals. This paper reviews the various aspects of PNES in children with emphasis on the clinical presentation, diagnosis as well as the underlying psychological basis and treatment.
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