FNDcourage
@fndcourage.bsky.social
FNDcourage expands traditional models of care, providing access to resources, a supportive and healing community, and individualized high-quality education for those diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
Watching someone you care about experience #fnd symptoms can feel overwhelming. You want to help, but it’s not always clear what will be most supportive. Even small gestures and asking first can make a big difference in comfort, connection, and understanding. #FNDcourage #CarePartnerSupport
January 27, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Watching someone you care about experience #fnd symptoms can feel overwhelming. You want to help, but it’s not always clear what will be most supportive. Even small gestures and asking first can make a big difference in comfort, connection, and understanding. #FNDcourage #CarePartnerSupport
"Orienting" is a nervous system regulation tool that gently supports safety and awareness. By slowly noticing your surroundings without changing breath, posture, or thoughts, it helps your body settle and reminds you that, in this moment, you are safe.
January 19, 2026 at 5:02 PM
"Orienting" is a nervous system regulation tool that gently supports safety and awareness. By slowly noticing your surroundings without changing breath, posture, or thoughts, it helps your body settle and reminds you that, in this moment, you are safe.
The FNDcourage Online Course begins in just one week, January 19! This 12-week somatic-based skills course is designed for those living with FND and their care partners.
If you’ve been considering joining, we’d love to welcome you. Learn more & register:
fndcourage.teachable.com/p/fndcourage...
If you’ve been considering joining, we’d love to welcome you. Learn more & register:
fndcourage.teachable.com/p/fndcourage...
January 12, 2026 at 10:14 PM
The FNDcourage Online Course begins in just one week, January 19! This 12-week somatic-based skills course is designed for those living with FND and their care partners.
If you’ve been considering joining, we’d love to welcome you. Learn more & register:
fndcourage.teachable.com/p/fndcourage...
If you’ve been considering joining, we’d love to welcome you. Learn more & register:
fndcourage.teachable.com/p/fndcourage...
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I was asked by @braincomms to highlight their FND special collection which welcomes clinical and neuroscience research on every aspect of the condition.
A chance to reflect on how FND has moved from miscellaneous to mainstream
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A chance to reflect on how FND has moved from miscellaneous to mainstream
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The Functional Neurological Disorder special collection in Brain Communications: bringing FND into the mainstream
Our Guest Editor, Jon Stone, introduces a special collection of articles focusing on functional neurological disorder.
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January 8, 2026 at 8:24 PM
I was asked by @braincomms to highlight their FND special collection which welcomes clinical and neuroscience research on every aspect of the condition.
A chance to reflect on how FND has moved from miscellaneous to mainstream
academic.oup.com/braincomms/a...
A chance to reflect on how FND has moved from miscellaneous to mainstream
academic.oup.com/braincomms/a...
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New @neuroimageeic.bsky.social structural brain MRI study in functional cognitive disorder - a collaboration with #NoahSilverberg & colleagues - led by Christi Westlin. Structural brain alterations & predictors of clinical improvement in #FCD after concussion.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:43 PM
New @neuroimageeic.bsky.social structural brain MRI study in functional cognitive disorder - a collaboration with #NoahSilverberg & colleagues - led by Christi Westlin. Structural brain alterations & predictors of clinical improvement in #FCD after concussion.
sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Thank you to Nishi & Stone for highlighting the evolutionary perspective on FND. The FNDcourage course explores in the very first weeks how fight/flight/freeze/fawn responses shape FND and the nervous system and offers practical strategies for regulation and insight. #FNDcourage #FND
FND: an evolutionary perspective
A short piece exploring an evolutionary perspective, specifically survival responses, to FND.
These are not new ideas, but thank you to Akiriho Nishi for suggesting a short, standalone article to encourage wider debate
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A short piece exploring an evolutionary perspective, specifically survival responses, to FND.
These are not new ideas, but thank you to Akiriho Nishi for suggesting a short, standalone article to encourage wider debate
academic.oup.com/emph/article...
Functional neurological disorder: an evolutionary perspective
Functional neurological disorder (FND) is among the commonest disorders in neurological practice with an estimated prevalence of 80–140 per 100 000 individ
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January 5, 2026 at 10:10 PM
Thank you to Nishi & Stone for highlighting the evolutionary perspective on FND. The FNDcourage course explores in the very first weeks how fight/flight/freeze/fawn responses shape FND and the nervous system and offers practical strategies for regulation and insight. #FNDcourage #FND
As a new year begins, FNDcourage renews our commitment to walk alongside this community with community, education, and trusted resources. Wherever you are on your FND journey, you are not alone. We’re here with care, connection, and hope in the year ahead. 💙 #fnd #fndsupport #fndcourage
December 31, 2025 at 8:27 PM
As a new year begins, FNDcourage renews our commitment to walk alongside this community with community, education, and trusted resources. Wherever you are on your FND journey, you are not alone. We’re here with care, connection, and hope in the year ahead. 💙 #fnd #fndsupport #fndcourage
As this year closes, hope may not feel loud or triumphant. It may be quiet, tender, or barely noticeable. It may be found in rest, self-kindness, or making it through one more day. If this year took more than it gave, know you are still worthy. Feather-light hope is still singing within you. #fnd
December 30, 2025 at 1:42 AM
As this year closes, hope may not feel loud or triumphant. It may be quiet, tender, or barely noticeable. It may be found in rest, self-kindness, or making it through one more day. If this year took more than it gave, know you are still worthy. Feather-light hope is still singing within you. #fnd
Big or small, every victory counts. Drop a win in the comments. It can be one grounding moment, one small success, or even just a breath of relief. Let’s support those small victories and cheer each other on!
#FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder #FNDcourage #FNDsupport
#FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder #FNDcourage #FNDsupport
December 11, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Big or small, every victory counts. Drop a win in the comments. It can be one grounding moment, one small success, or even just a breath of relief. Let’s support those small victories and cheer each other on!
#FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder #FNDcourage #FNDsupport
#FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder #FNDcourage #FNDsupport
Resilience grows when we notice stress early, respond with self-compassion, and stay curious about what our body and mind are telling us. Small habits such as mindfulness, rest, and connection strengthen the nervous system over time. #resilience #fnd
December 5, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Resilience grows when we notice stress early, respond with self-compassion, and stay curious about what our body and mind are telling us. Small habits such as mindfulness, rest, and connection strengthen the nervous system over time. #resilience #fnd
Registration is open for the Winter 2026 Course! Dr. Afra Moenter, with 15+ years supporting FND, created the FNDcourage Online Course to provide practical tools, nervous system education, and a supportive community to those with #FND and their care partners. Learn more @ www.fncourage.org/course
November 28, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Registration is open for the Winter 2026 Course! Dr. Afra Moenter, with 15+ years supporting FND, created the FNDcourage Online Course to provide practical tools, nervous system education, and a supportive community to those with #FND and their care partners. Learn more @ www.fncourage.org/course
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Thank you to @harvardmed.bsky.social (Harvard Medicine Magazine) for this recent article on #FND. This evidence-based view highlights real brain connectivity differences and supports multidisciplinary approaches for recovery.
November 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Thank you to @harvardmed.bsky.social (Harvard Medicine Magazine) for this recent article on #FND. This evidence-based view highlights real brain connectivity differences and supports multidisciplinary approaches for recovery.
Today is a reminder to be kind to others, but also to extend that same kindness to yourself. Take a moment today to be gentle with yourself and reflect on how amazing you are!
#WorldKindnessDay #FNDcourage #SelfCompassion #MindfulLiving #KindnessHeals
#WorldKindnessDay #FNDcourage #SelfCompassion #MindfulLiving #KindnessHeals
November 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Today is a reminder to be kind to others, but also to extend that same kindness to yourself. Take a moment today to be gentle with yourself and reflect on how amazing you are!
#WorldKindnessDay #FNDcourage #SelfCompassion #MindfulLiving #KindnessHeals
#WorldKindnessDay #FNDcourage #SelfCompassion #MindfulLiving #KindnessHeals
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Functional Neurological Disorder does not mean:
* you’re faking
* you’re responsible for becoming ill
* you could stop it if you wanted
* it’s “just anxiety”
* that you don’t really have a disability
* that there’s no hope
* you’re faking
* you’re responsible for becoming ill
* you could stop it if you wanted
* it’s “just anxiety”
* that you don’t really have a disability
* that there’s no hope
November 10, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Functional Neurological Disorder does not mean:
* you’re faking
* you’re responsible for becoming ill
* you could stop it if you wanted
* it’s “just anxiety”
* that you don’t really have a disability
* that there’s no hope
* you’re faking
* you’re responsible for becoming ill
* you could stop it if you wanted
* it’s “just anxiety”
* that you don’t really have a disability
* that there’s no hope
November is a time to pause and reflect on what brings us joy, comfort, and hope. Join us for a gentle, evidence-informed workshop that explores how gratitude can support the mind and body.
Visit www.fndcourage.org for more info.
#fnd #fndcourage
Visit www.fndcourage.org for more info.
#fnd #fndcourage
November 11, 2025 at 7:23 PM
November is a time to pause and reflect on what brings us joy, comfort, and hope. Join us for a gentle, evidence-informed workshop that explores how gratitude can support the mind and body.
Visit www.fndcourage.org for more info.
#fnd #fndcourage
Visit www.fndcourage.org for more info.
#fnd #fndcourage
Mindfulness can help people with FND calm the nervous system, build body awareness, regulate emotions, boost neuroplasticity, strengthen self-regulation, and increase confidence. Small mindful moments and movement each day can make a big difference! #fnd #fndcourage
October 31, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Mindfulness can help people with FND calm the nervous system, build body awareness, regulate emotions, boost neuroplasticity, strengthen self-regulation, and increase confidence. Small mindful moments and movement each day can make a big difference! #fnd #fndcourage
Join us for a special Thrive Together session with Dr. Afra Moenter, who will explore neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to adapt and change) and why it matters for people with Functional Neurological Disorder. Saturday, November 1st @ 11:00 AM (MT) Register: lnkd.in/gZvKqamM
#FND
#FND
October 28, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Join us for a special Thrive Together session with Dr. Afra Moenter, who will explore neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to adapt and change) and why it matters for people with Functional Neurological Disorder. Saturday, November 1st @ 11:00 AM (MT) Register: lnkd.in/gZvKqamM
#FND
#FND
Sat. Oct 18 at 2 PM ET - Staying Social, an online teen event led by young adults with FND. Connect, share & explore ways to stay social while caring for your nervous system and managing symptoms.
🔗 Register: fndcourage.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
🔗 Register: fndcourage.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 16, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Sat. Oct 18 at 2 PM ET - Staying Social, an online teen event led by young adults with FND. Connect, share & explore ways to stay social while caring for your nervous system and managing symptoms.
🔗 Register: fndcourage.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
🔗 Register: fndcourage.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Movement is more than exercise; it’s connecting with your body, supporting your nervous system, and building confidence. In the FNDcourage course, we explore voluntary, involuntary, micro, and macro movements. This week, try gentle mindful movement or even visualizing the moves if it feels too much.
October 13, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Movement is more than exercise; it’s connecting with your body, supporting your nervous system, and building confidence. In the FNDcourage course, we explore voluntary, involuntary, micro, and macro movements. This week, try gentle mindful movement or even visualizing the moves if it feels too much.
FND is rooted in the body & nervous system. Mindful movement, breathwork, and awareness help you reconnect. Try to listen to what your body needs today. Even small shifts and mindful check-ins can lead to healing. #FNDcourage #ThriveTogether #SomaticWellness #fnd
October 7, 2025 at 3:36 PM
FND is rooted in the body & nervous system. Mindful movement, breathwork, and awareness help you reconnect. Try to listen to what your body needs today. Even small shifts and mindful check-ins can lead to healing. #FNDcourage #ThriveTogether #SomaticWellness #fnd
Research shows FND is related to how the brain & body communicate. Studies highlight the role of interoception, the vagus nerve, and regulation skills in reducing symptoms and improving well-being. Strengthening these areas can support healing & presence. #FND
October 2, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Research shows FND is related to how the brain & body communicate. Studies highlight the role of interoception, the vagus nerve, and regulation skills in reducing symptoms and improving well-being. Strengthening these areas can support healing & presence. #FND
This October, FNDcourage is dedicating the month to wellness and FND education with free workshops, activities, and resources for the FND community.
Events are free, but we ask you to consider donating what you can. See the schedule in the graphic!
#ThriveTogether #FNDcourage #fnd
Events are free, but we ask you to consider donating what you can. See the schedule in the graphic!
#ThriveTogether #FNDcourage #fnd
September 22, 2025 at 1:03 PM
This October, FNDcourage is dedicating the month to wellness and FND education with free workshops, activities, and resources for the FND community.
Events are free, but we ask you to consider donating what you can. See the schedule in the graphic!
#ThriveTogether #FNDcourage #fnd
Events are free, but we ask you to consider donating what you can. See the schedule in the graphic!
#ThriveTogether #FNDcourage #fnd
As the new school year begins, it’s important to remember that students with FND may need extra support in the classroom. Every student’s needs are unique and these adjustments can help create a learning environment where they can thrive.
What accommodations have been helpful for your student?
What accommodations have been helpful for your student?
September 10, 2025 at 8:54 PM
As the new school year begins, it’s important to remember that students with FND may need extra support in the classroom. Every student’s needs are unique and these adjustments can help create a learning environment where they can thrive.
What accommodations have been helpful for your student?
What accommodations have been helpful for your student?
Are you curious about the FNDcourage Course? 🤔 This is your chance to hear directly from those who have experienced it!
Past and current students will share their experiences, explain how the course works, and answer your questions.
September 6th @ 10:00 AM MT
fndcourage.zoom.us/.../reg.../Q...
Past and current students will share their experiences, explain how the course works, and answer your questions.
September 6th @ 10:00 AM MT
fndcourage.zoom.us/.../reg.../Q...
September 4, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Are you curious about the FNDcourage Course? 🤔 This is your chance to hear directly from those who have experienced it!
Past and current students will share their experiences, explain how the course works, and answer your questions.
September 6th @ 10:00 AM MT
fndcourage.zoom.us/.../reg.../Q...
Past and current students will share their experiences, explain how the course works, and answer your questions.
September 6th @ 10:00 AM MT
fndcourage.zoom.us/.../reg.../Q...
Living with #FND can mean symptoms sometimes appear suddenly. A clear plan reduces stress & ensures safety. See our example plan + pediatric-specific ones at FND Hope Youth & Young Adult page & Seizure Action Plan Coalition.
August 20, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Living with #FND can mean symptoms sometimes appear suddenly. A clear plan reduces stress & ensures safety. See our example plan + pediatric-specific ones at FND Hope Youth & Young Adult page & Seizure Action Plan Coalition.