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  • Psychiatry
  • Gender Studies

Background:

  • Functional neurological disorder (FND) is prevalent and disabling.
  • FND is often misunderstood and met with skepticism by clinicians.
  • Despite diagnostic criteria, individuals with FND face discrimination.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the discrimination faced by individuals with FND.
  • To frame FND as a feminist issue.
  • To advocate for improved medical education, research, and clinical services for FND.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical and contemporary clinical perspectives on FND.
  • Analysis of research trends and social attitudes towards FND.
  • Examination of gender bias in healthcare and medical research.

Main Results:

  • FND disproportionately affects women, mirroring broader healthcare neglect of female-centric disorders.
  • Discrimination against FND patients persists across clinical, research, and public spheres.
  • There is a need for parity in FND medical education and research.

Conclusions:

  • FND is a feminist issue due to its prevalence in women and associated neglect.
  • Advocacy for FND parity is essential for equitable healthcare.
  • Improved understanding and services are critical for individuals with FND.