How clinicians explain a diagnosis of functional neurological disorder: A qualitative study with general practitioners, neurologists, psychologists and physiotherapists

February 27, 2026

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Meningeal and infiltrating T-cells are associated with repetitive head trauma and tau-mediated neurodegeneration in chronic traumatic encephalopathy
Meningeal T-cell Activation Meningeal T-cells play a crucial role in the brain’s immune response, especially in the context of neurodegenerative conditions like chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Recent studies have shown that these immune cells are not merely passive bystanders but are actively involved in the inflammatory processes that occur following repetitive head injuries. Following brain… Read more: Meningeal and infiltrating T-cells are associated with repetitive head trauma and tau-mediated neurodegeneration in chronic traumatic encephalopathy
Approach to the Patient with FND: Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Developing a Treatment Plan
Understanding Functional Neurological Disorders Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) represent a complex interplay between neurological and psychological factors, often manifesting as a spectrum of symptoms resembling those of neurological diseases but lacking identifiable organic origins. Patients frequently experience varying degrees of impairment in motor functions, sensation, and crises such as seizures, which can lead to significant… Read more: Approach to the Patient with FND: Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Developing a Treatment Plan
Risk factors associated with depressive symptoms among institutionalized elderly in Lebanon
Study Overview This study investigates the prevalence and correlates of depressive symptoms among elderly individuals residing in institutional settings in Lebanon. With the increasing aging population in Lebanon and globally, understanding mental health challenges such as depression in this demographic has become imperative. Depression not only adversely impacts the quality of life but also complicates… Read more: Risk factors associated with depressive symptoms among institutionalized elderly in Lebanon
Approach to the Patient with FND: Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Developing a Treatment Plan
Understanding Functional Neurological Disorders Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) represent a complex interaction between the brain and the body’s functions, where patients experience neurological symptoms without any identifiable structural or biochemical cause. These disorders manifest in various ways, including motor dysfunctions such as tremors, gait abnormalities, and weakness, as well as non-motor symptoms like sensory disturbances,… Read more: Approach to the Patient with FND: Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Developing a Treatment Plan
Aberrant long-chain fatty acids metabolism and its interplay with immuno-inflammatory responses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
Metabolic Alterations in Long-Chain Fatty Acids The metabolism of long-chain fatty acids (LCFAs) plays a critical role in maintaining cellular homeostasis and energy balance. In individuals with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), there is increasing evidence that these metabolic pathways are disrupted, leading to an altered fatty acid profile in the body. LCFAs, primarily derived from… Read more: Aberrant long-chain fatty acids metabolism and its interplay with immuno-inflammatory responses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis

Defining return-to-learn through an evidence-based systematic review
INTRODUCTION: Academic recovery following concussion has been defined in various contexts, however, these definitions vary considerably leading to heterogenous data and limited application. Standardized definitions have also been published, though their formation are not transparently described. Therefore, this research aimed to report the various operational definitions of return-to-learn, return-to-school, return-to-class, and return-to-academics found within the […]
OmicGlaze: Spatial Multi-Omic Mapping of Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major cause of mortality and long-term disability worldwide, giving rise to complex neurological complications that impact millions of individuals each year. Cellular stress and neuronal injury vary dramatically across cortical layers, vascular niches, and between the ipsilateral (injured) or contralateral (uninjured) hemispheres. There is a critical need for quantitative […]
Cortical activity during preparation and execution of balance recovery behavior in people after mild traumatic brain injury: A preliminary investigation
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: People after mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) show persistent deficits in reactive balance. Cortical processes engaged during preparation and execution of balance reactions are reflected in distinct cortical activity signatures that can be measured with electroencephalography (EEG). The purpose of this study was to 1) compare preparatory cortical beta activity and evoked […]
Evaluating post-concussion symptom profiles using the convergence insufficiency symptom survey in a pediatric and adolescent cohort
CONCLUSION: Vergence and accommodation deficits were associated with higher CISS vision and performance related subscores. Elevated symptom reporting in the somatic and performance subscores in concussed may indicate strain in the vergence and accommodative system, as evidenced by the increased subjective discomfort and difficulty during tasks like reading and near work. Concurrent assessment of vergence […]
No Evidence of Perturbed Early Auditory Processing in Undergraduates With a History of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Most traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are classified as mild (mTBI), yet they can still be associated with lasting behavioral, sensory, cognitive, and neural changes. Recent studies show that individuals with a history of mTBI (hmTBI) experience auditory sensitivities (e.g., noise annoyance and hyperacusis). Here, we tested whether we could detect early auditory processing alterations in […]

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