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This study formed part of an evaluation of a brief educational intervention for patients with psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES). The sessions provide information, seizure control techniques and management planning. The qualitative component of the research reported here aimed to provide insight into the participants' perceptions following the intervention. Semi-structured interviews were conducted...
Nonepileptic attack disorder (NEAD) is one of the commonest differential diagnoses of epilepsy. A number of approaches to the communication of this diagnosis and its treatment have been described; however, there are currently no evidence-based management pathways. This study captures the care currently received by patients with NEAD in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The findings are based on 130...
Purpose: Communicating the diagnosis of psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) is a challenging task. This study was carried out to assess the acceptability and effectiveness of a new communication procedure consisting of a patient information leaflet and a communication strategy for neurologists.
Methods: In a multicenter prospective study, 50 patients newly diagnosed with PNES were informed...
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