AAN 2026 | Guidance for triaging and treating functional movement disorder

Sarah Lidstone, MD, PhD, Toronto Western Hospital & University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, discusses the importance of understanding the onset and progression of functional movement disorder and the need for patients to engage in therapy and self-awareness to manage their symptoms. Dr Lidstone highlights that patients often require time to accept their diagnosis and understand their symptoms, including identifying triggers and patterns, which is crucial for developing effective treatment strategies with the help of physiotherapists, psychiatrists, and neurologists. This interview took place at the 78th American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL.

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