Psychogenic Movement Disorders in Children

Abstract

Although there has been a recent revival in interest in psychogenic disorders and psychogenic movement disorders (PMD) in particular, there are relatively few publications dealing specifically with PMD in children. This review looks at multiple aspects of PMD including the incidence, the clinical manifestations, and management.

Keywords

psychogenic - conversion disorder - functional - children

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