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Conversion Disorder

Alternate Names : Hysterical Conversion

Conversion Disorder | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the condition?

Psychotherapy that helps a person recognize and cope with stressful situations may help prevent this disorder. If a person has already had an episode, learning about the problem and ways to deal with it can help prevent recurrences.

What are the long-term effects of the condition?

Most people who are not treated have repeated episodes. This results in unwarranted medical bills and potentially risky procedures. Family members may get angry and frustrated with the person, too. That increases family stresses and can raise the risk for divorce. Children and teens who experience conversion symptoms often have trouble at school and fall behind their peers.

What are the risks to others?

This disorder is not contagious. There are no risks to others.


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Conversion Disorder: Treatment & Monitoring

Author: Michael Johnson, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 06/01/01



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