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conversion disorders [kən′vərzh·ən dis‚ȯrd·ərz] (psychology) Somatoform disorders characterized by physical symptoms referable to the somatosensory nervous system or special sensory organs that cannot be explained on the basis of a medical or neurologic disease and that are caused by psychological factors. Symptoms include paralysis, blindness, ataxia, aphonia, and numbness of the feet. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Abstract: Conversion disorders can present with a variety of sensorimotor signs and symptoms. Conversion disorders are also frequently associated with comorbid conditions such as depression, anxiety, or schizophrenia. As discussed above, conversion disorders are diagnosed if a medical diagnosis does not fully account for the symptoms. |
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