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Diagnostic labels in functional disorders

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Diagnostic labels in functional disorders are explored with particular reference to functional neurological disorder (FND). Use of the term 'functional' is discussed, and is compared with alternative terminology. Relevant considerations including avoidance of inaccurate nomenclature and dualist labels, and the impact of diagnostic label choice on individual patient experience and broader service provision are considered.

Source: Future Healthcare Journal

DOI: 10.1016/j.fhj.2025.100489

Author: Marianne Novak

Institution: St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Language: English

Topic: Psychosomatic Disorders and Their Treatments

Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,000