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In this episode of 'The Seizure Turnaround,' investigative journalist Nadine Sebai shares her compelling journey from an active frontline reporter to being diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Nadine provides an intimate and unfiltered look into her struggles, coping mechanisms, and the pivotal moments in her quest for remission. The episode dives into her rigorous treatments, the psychological hurdles, and the epiphany that helped her gain some control over her seizures. Nadine also discusses the upcoming documentary, 'System Disrupted,' which follows her journey and aims to educate medical professionals about FND. This conversation highlights the emotional and physical toll of living with functional seizures and offers insights and hope to those facing similar battles.

Further information about Nadine and the upcoming documentary below:

https://www.documentaries.org/films/system-disrupted/

https://www.instagram.com/navigatingfnd/

Presented by Clinical Neuropsychologist and researcher, Dr Lana Higson.

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In this episode of the Seizure Turnaround podcast, poet and advocate Matina Alexis shares her profound journey of dealing with functional seizures, also known as PNES, and how writing became a crucial tool in her recovery. Matina discusses the challenging process of getting diagnosed, the traumatic events in her life, and her path to uncovering deeply repressed childhood traumas through therapy and trauma dreams. She also highlights the role of her poetic work, 'The Softest Blade,' in helping her navigate and articulate her pain, ultimately leading to personal growth and transformation. This episode provides valuable insights into the complexities of functional seizures and the healing power of creative expression.

Link to Matina’s book, The Softest Blade, below:

https://matinaalexis.com/books/the-softest-blade-the-heavy-the-half-way-and-the-healing-matina-alexis/B0FZY2C73R

Presented by Clinical Neuropsychologist and researcher, Dr Lana Higson.

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In this episode, Natalie shares her journey of living with functional seizures and the transformation that followed. Before developing seizures, Natalie struggled to manage motherhood, work, and her mental health. Her journey took a significant turn when she experienced her first seizure in a mental health clinic during a group session. Natalie describes the physical and emotional turmoil she faced and how she took a pragmatic approach and discovered effective ways to manage her seizures. She highlights the importance of building a supportive community, experimenting with different tools and tricks, and maintaining a hopeful mindset. Despite the challenges, her story is a testament to grit and self-advocacy.

Presented by Clinical Neuropsychologist and researcher, Dr Lana Higson.