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My sister has beeen diagnosed with conversion disorder. what is this?
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Conversion Disorder: occurs when psychological issues become converted into physical symptoms. For instance a young soldier who is fearful about going to war may suddenly become unable to walk. The soldier is not faking the symptom and likely does not know what is causing it.
Answered 10/5/2014
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When signs and symptoms affecting sensory or motor function are inconsistent with known neurological diseases or other medical conditions, and there is a significant impact on the patient's ability to function. It is a psychiatric disorder, Freud is famous for the "conversion" as he described a conversion of a repressed idea or impulse into body symptoms. Support and counseling help
Answered 4/21/2023
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