Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder: Practice Updates for Psychiatrists
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In this presentation, Dr. Julia Ridgeway-Diaz discusses functional neurological symptom disorder diagnosis and current recommendations for management. She explains relevant physiology, diagnostic work-up, symptoms, and treatments through the example of a patient case report.
This Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Grand Rounds session took place on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 11:30 a.m.
Activity Information
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Needs Statement
Psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, social workers, and healthcare professionals in related disciplines need to receive regular updates on advances in neuroscience, psychiatric research, psychotherapy, and the evolving best practices for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric disorders. The series aims to improve clinical practice through critical appraisal of psychiatric research, the use of evidence-based treatment approaches, and the integration of multiple treatment modalities to enhance the quality of psychiatric care and improve patient outcomes.
Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of the session, the participants should be able to:
- Define functional neurological symptom disorder.
- Describe common functional neurological disorders such as functional weakness, nonepileptic seizures, and functional cognitive impairment.
- Compare the features of these disorders to those of relevant non-functional correlates, including the findings of functional imaging and neuropsychological testing.
- Outline elements of the history to capture and demonstrate accessible and efficient physical exam techniques to rule in functional disorders.
- Illustrate the biopsychosocial formulation and treatment of a real-world patient with functional photophobia.
Target Audience
Professional Categories
- Physicians
- Medical Students
- Fellows
- Nurses
- Other Health Professionals
Specialties
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
Interest Groups
Activity Evaluation
Evaluation by questionnaire will address program content, presentation, and possible bias.
Educational Methods
- Lectures
Accreditation/Credit Designation
Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Baylor College of Medicine designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Social Work: Baylor College of Medicine, Division of Continuing Professional Development (License Number 7270) is an approved continuing education provider for Social Workers through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. This activity has been approved for 0.75 continuing education unit.
Activity Director
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Kim-Lan Tran Czelusta, M.D.
Vice Chair for Education, Brown Foundation Chair in Psychiatric Education in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Baylor College of Medicine
Term of Approval
January 1, 2023 through January 31, 2025. Original release date: January 1, 2023.
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Disclosures
The following individual(s) has/have reported financial or other relationship(s) with commercial entities whose products/services may relate to the educational content of this activity:
Presenter
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Julia Ridgeway-Diaz, M.D., M.S.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
Activity Director
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Kim-Lan Tran Czelusta, M.D.
Vice Chair for Education, Brown Foundation Chair in Psychiatric Education in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
Planning Committee Members
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Kim-Lan Tran Czelusta, M.D.
Vice Chair for Education, Brown Foundation Chair in Psychiatric Education in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
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Mauro A. Garcia-Altieri, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
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Wayne Goodman, M.D.
D.C. and Irene Ellwood Chair in Psychiatry
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
- Research Support: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals
- Intellectual Property (patent rights, royalty payments): Nview
- Consultancy: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals
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Michael McClam, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
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Jose Ribas Roca, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
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Daryl Shorter, M.D.
Associate Professor, Medical Director of Addiction Services
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
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