Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 109221

Functional Neurological Disorder: Children

Tabled: 28 January 2026
Answered: 12 March 2026

Question

Lee Anderson

Reform UKAshfield

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to help improve detection processes for Functional Neurological Disorder in children.

Answer

Mrs Sharon Hodgson
The Government recognises that functional neurological disorder (FND) can have a significant impact on the lives of children and their families. Children with FND may experience a wide range of symptoms, and early recognition and access to appropriate sup...

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