[Functional Movement Disorders That Do Not Improve after Explaining the Diagnosis: Do Not Treat the Disease, Treat...

The most important factor in the treatment of functional movement disorders is the initial discussion between the doctor and the patient, wherein the doctor must inform the patient regarding their diagnosis and obtain their consent. To obtain consent, explanations must be tailored to the patient's knowledge. To do so, it is important to know the patient. In this process, psychological factors may be speculated. The rationale for the diagnosis, including test results, should be presented to the patient. Although the choice of future treatment should be left to the patient, the doctor must assure the patient of their continued support until they recover.