The FND Podcast

Episode Title: Understanding FND | Featuring Professor Jon Stone In this short episode of The FND Podcast , Detty shares an educational presentation from Professor Jon Stone , Consultant Neurologist at the University of Edinburgh and one of the leading researchers in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Professor Stone has been at the forefront of improving understanding and awareness of FND ar...

What happens when your body stops functioning? And the neurologist simply says " Deal with it".. Suggesting its all in your head? In this powerful episode, Brad shares his personal journey from collapse and confusion to finding his voice in the FND community.  Diagnosed with functional Neurological disorder after a barrage of symptoms and no clear answers, Brad was left to navigate the system alon...

In this insightful and compassionate episode of The FND Podcast, Detty is joined by Jason Kreuzman, a pediatric occupational therapist based in St. Louis, Missouri, who specialises in treating children with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Together, they explore what occupational therapy really is, how it differs from physiotherapy, and the powerful role it can play in helping children and...

🎙️ The JJ Segment: Catching Up with Jess – Working, Writing, and Living with FND In this deeply honest and joyfully heartfelt episode of The FND Podcast, Detty sits down with the wonderful Jess for a long-overdue catch-up on the JJ Segment. From moving states, to getting married, to navigating life with FND while diving headfirst into a blue-collar job — Jess shares it all with her trademark humou...

  In this heartfelt episode of The FND Podcast, Detty welcomes back the inspiring Tiarne, who bravely shares her personal journey of returning to work while living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). From the early days of navigating symptoms and mobility aids to finding the balance between part-time work and self-care, Tiarne opens up about the realities, challenges, and victories of emp...

To work or not to work with FND that is the real question. It's a hard one to gauge and safely decide and it's definitely not for everyone.  Here's a short conversation we have with Katherine Gill from Australia Support Services and also a sneak preview to the upcoming episodes. This Episodes notes: Job Access : the guide to disability employment : click here for more details Disability support se...

On this episode we talk to Haseel Bhatt who is a specialist Neuro Physiotherapist specialising not only in FND but in other movement Disorders. Join us as we talk FND but also Neurophysiotherapy. Thankyou so very much for talk to us Haseel grateful and very much appreciated we hope you can join us again. Thankyou for all that you do . This Episodes notes: Haseel Bhatt is the founder of Neurology R...

Happy FND Awareness day. To celebrate, we are honored to be speaking to one of the biggest FND advocates in Australia. Dr. Katherine Gill has returned to speak about FND and FND Awareness. Thankyou for talking on the FND Podcast it’s always amazing to hear your perspective and insights about FND as well as what services FND Australia support services does. This Episodes notes: If you would like to...

The FND podcast with Detty acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land in which we stand, the Bundjalung, Awakabal, Djinduburi , Arawak, Boon wurrang & Wurundjeri People. The FND Podcast pays respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. Thankyou for listening to the FND PODCAST we are not sponsored by these organizations however they do tremendous work in the FND community. FND AUST...

Warning: this episode contains sensitive topics which can be triggering to some listeners. Please be advised. On this episode of the JJsegment Jess talks about how life has been this past year and about Mental Health. We are grateful that she has shared how she has been. Thankyou Jess for sharing. In the meantime she is an incredible author and you can support Jess also by reading her wonderful bo...

Following on the episode "Hello Mr. Tom Plender" we talked about the Inform the Doctor campaign that FND ACTION has. With Toms permission we were able to record his explanation he had on this campaign and encourage you wherever you are in the world to utilise this campaign/information. It is a worldwide campaign and it's to help spread the awareness of the advancements of FND. To find out more hea...

Follow Jake on his podcast! Check it out!!!!! Itsmeitsmeitsfnd https://open.spotify.com/show/6RSjTADQCw9tA4Udnutf0L Check out Jake on his youtube channel:  and as they say if you love what he does  : like follow and subscribe! @punkchef41 https://youtube.com/shorts/JVoLO3Vtt8s?feature=share Foreign Accent Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30826739/ Kelly Clarkson show : on youtube @thekell...

On this episode of the FND Podcast we are talking to Mr. Tom Plender who is a massive Campaigner for FND. We talk to him about FND and he brings up what we need to do to help FND Awareness and talk about FND. Thankyou so much for your time and for talking to us Tom it's been an amazing conversation with you, food for thought, inspiration and just so valuable. To follow Tom on instagram : @tplender...

An announcement for FND awareness day , especially for caregivers and Parents who are looking after child/children with FND there is an amazing even happening today. To check it out please look at the FND ACTION UK website.  https://www.fndaction.org.uk/fnd-awareness-day-uk/ The FND Podcast with Detty acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land in which we stand, the Bundjalung, Awakabal,...

On this episode we are proud to talk to Dr. Katherine Gill president and founder of FND Australia Support Services. For those newly diagnosed in Australia we describe what FND Australia Services does and provides and hearing about a new FND  wellbeing course that is going to be available. We thankyou Katherine Gill for giving us the opportunity to talk to you again. Check out the website and the a...

On this episode of the Deb and Detty Show we are joined by a special guest Jess (as Deb said the famous author) I ask questions in relation  FND 1. Why is it so important to raise awareness for FND 2.What difference would it have made if you received proper treatment from the very beginning? 3. What message would you give to those who are newly diagnosed? 4.how do you deal with new symptoms? Hypoh...

The FND Podcast with Detty acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land in which we stand, the Bundjalung, Awakabal, Djinduburi , Arawak, Boon wurrang & Wurundjeri People. The FND Podcast pays respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. The FND Podcast with detty : song resonating at the moment maybe our song : The new normal by Kahlid to hear it it is on our playlist or click below...

In this episode of the FND podcast we are talking to chucky who unfortunately had an accident with his ankle. Or he was attacked by a ninja step! His experience with the emergency and how it all played out and what to do in an emergency. It’s important to prepare for emergencies especially with FND.    here’s some tools for when you do go to emergency: printable  https://www.fndaction.org.uk/fnd-t...

On this episode of Maggies corner we talk to Maggie on how she’s been doing. We split this episode into two parts as there is so much to catch up on. Maggie has done amazing podcast episodes with @zoopnetwork @ the #9for9 real talk series.  Maggie on Instagram @Maggie. Chapman and her creatively on @maggiesa.creative we congratulate her also on finishing the challenge #9for9 29 days in cold water...

On this episode Chrissie talks about two wonderful articles that she has found that leads to discussions on FND. They are amazing reads and are linked and will be included in the resources for future episodes of the podcast. Please check them out! Also a recent article on the MJA published this month on FND.  Follow Chrissie @chrissiejbutler. Notes Here re two essential reads on FND that are highl...

Trigger warning : this episode has sensitive topics that may trigger some. It is in relation to a post made in the past which had emphasised and claimed that covid vaccinations causes fnd. This is our opinions  we encourage you to speak to your own gp and specialists seek medical advice in regards to this topic in regards to your own fnd and health in regards to this topic. At present the fnd soci...

On this episode on Uniting FNd Therapy Sessions we talk about FND , from Flares, What Jake packs in his fnd bag parenting with FND and more. It’s always an interesting conversation on life with FND and just life in general with Jake. . Follow Jake on Instagram on @punkchef41 and his podcast it’s me it’s me it’s fnd & Facebook page and Instagram FND & US. Fnd and Us is also run by Steph and Rach Fo...

It’s so lovely to go back and listen to recordings and find hidden gems or treasures. Here’s a great catchup or conversation between Chrissie and Maggie on all things FND.  Chrissie @Chrissiejbutler  Follow Maggie on Instagram @Maggie. Chapman and her creatively on @maggiesa.creative Notes:   Diassociassion and fnd helping with fnd ; technique called Havening  https://www.healthline.com/health/men...

On this episode We have two very special guests David Bond who has spoken on this podcast numerous times interviews an amazing Neurologist Dr. LaGrand also fellow research fellow about FND and what he has been doing over here in Australia. We wish you all the very best and we thank the both of you for coming on the FND podcast you both truly are amazing. Listening to both David and TJ was truly in...

On this episode we backtrack all the way back to after FND awareness week.  We talk all things FND coping with the news events and fnd , mental health Spreading awareness not just on awareness day. Follow Jake on Instagram on @punkchef41 and his podcast it’s me it’s me it’s fnd & Facebook page and Instagram FND & US. Fnd and Us is also run by Steph and Rach Follow Steph on Instagram @_fnd_and_me f...