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Conversion Disorder and Epilepsy…

February 24, 2018
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What is it?

Is it epilepsy or conversion disorder?

The term “conversion” comes from the idea that psychological distress is being converted into a physical symptom.

The cause is not known.

Posted in Epilepsy, Research
Tags: conflict, Conversion Disorder, diagnosis, distress, duration, EEG, Epilepsy, Neurologists, physical symptom, PNES, prognosis, psychiatrists, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, psychological problems, subconscious

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Phylis Feiner Johnson

I've been a professional copywriter for over 35 years. I also had epilepsy for decades. My mission is advocacy; to increase education, awareness and funding for epilepsy research. Together, we can make a huge difference. If not changing the world, at least helping each other, with wisdom, compassion and sharing.

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