#FNDIreland was proud to present our poster: “Unmet Need in Functional Neurological Disorder: Evidence of Systemic Inequity from a National Patient Survey” using data from the NAI My Neuro Survey at the 62nd Annual Irish Neurological Association Meeting.💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social @donpsi.bsky.social

Delighted to have our executive director Joan Johnston, our founder Eamon McPartlin, our co-founder Dr Aoife Laffan, and our education liaison, Dr Owen Killian attend the 62nd Annual Irish Neurological Association Meeting. Thanks to Joan for hosting our #FNDIreland stand. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Congrats to our Research Liaison, Daniel McCabe on winning the initial round of the 3 minute thesis (3MT) competition last week (QUB Psych). We wish Daniel all the best in university-wide final. Daniel's talk was ‘Functional Neurological Disorder: The Disconnect Between Intention and Action’. 💚 🧡

#FNDIreland was delighted to be represented at the All Ireland Conference on Integrated Care yesterday by our Executive Director, Joan Johnston. Joan contributed to two plenary sessions highlighting the critical role of integrated approaches in improving care and outcomes. 💚🧡 #integratedcare

Happy International Nurses Day. 💚🧡 We wish to thank in particular all those nurses who support those living with neurological conditions including #FND. Special mention to Annette Breen, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Tallaght University Hospital and #FNDIreland committee member for her support.

Great to have so many new faces attend our #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Cork last month for #FNDAwarenessMonth. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND. Thanks to Cork County Council for providing our meeting space. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Take 5 minutes to view this video from teenager Molly's powerful speech on living with #FND to TD's and Senators in Leinster House on April 30th, 2026, which received a standing ovation. Share Molly's voice to change our healthcare system. 💚🧡 www.youtube.com/watch?v=NamW... @fndportal.bsky.social

Great interview with @davidlewisperez.bsky.social, a neurologist and psychiatrist. As Dr Perez says 'Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is no longer a medical mystery'. 💚🧡 #FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder

Great to have so many join our #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Leitrim for #FNDAwarenessMonth. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND. There is still time to support those taking on our '5K for FND' challenge. 💚🧡 @donpsi.bsky.social

Great to have many new faces at our #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Donegal for #FNDAwarenessMonth. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND. There is still time to support those taking on our '5K for FND' challenge. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Thanks Dr Martin Daly TD and Senator Teresa Costello for hosting our #FNDIreland Awareness event in Leinster House yesterday. Delighted to have a packed AV room of forty TD's and Senators and representation from the Department of Health, all there to learn more about #FND. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

As #FNDAwarenessMonth draws to a close we share a short video by Annette Breen, ANP, TUH and #FNDIreland committee member on the importance of educating both clinicians and the public about #FND. Those living with FND should 'feel heard and believed about their condition'. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Just two days to go to our #FNDIreland FND Awareness Event in Leinster House at 11am April 30th. Teenager Molly Gallagher had the opportunity to meet with our event host Dr Martin Daly to talk about #FND. Please reach out to your local TD or Senator to ask them to attend. 💚🧡 @donpsi.bsky.social

Thanks to our FND Champion Kieva for raising awareness of #FND and #FNDIreland on her 5k for FND runs in the four provinces of Ireland this #FNDAwarenessMonth. There is still time to take on our #5kforFND challenge or support those taking part, just scan the QR code. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Great to have new and familiar faces attend our #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Galway last weekend for #FNDAwarenessMonth. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND. Thanks to the Connacht Hotel for looking after us. 💚🧡 @donpsi.bsky.social

Our executive director Joan Johnston hosted our #FNDIreland information stand at the @irishphysio.bsky.social conference today in Limerick. Thanks to all those who called by to say hello and learn more about Functional Neurological Disorder (#FND). 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social @donpsi.bsky.social

Great to see this research into pain and #FND led by @lisacallanan.bsky.social published. #FNDIreland were delighted to support participation in this research, just months after we launched in 2024.💚🧡 @donpsi.bsky.social @fndportal.bsky.social @futureneuro.bsky.social @galwayneuroscience.bsky.social

Just one week to go to our #FNDIreland FND Awareness Event in Leinster House on April 30th which will be hosted by Dr Martin Daly TD. Looking forward to Molly sharing her journey as a teenager living with #FND. Please reach out to your local TD or Senator to ask them to attend.💚🧡 @donpsi.bsky.social

Our founder Eamon, and #FND peer support volunteer Charis were delighted to attend the NAI briefing hosted by Colm Burke TD on the NAI report highlighting the critical gaps in neurology services in Leinster House today. Well done to everyone who contributed to the report. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

We had our first #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Waterford last Friday for #FNDAwarenessMonth. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND. Delighted to hear many of those present will be supporting our '5K for FND' challenge. 💚🧡

Our founder, Eamon joined teenager Molly on @ssns.bsky.social to raise awareness of #FND this #FNDAwarenessMonth. Molly will speak in Leinster House on April 30th on the challenges of being diagnosed with FND at the age of 13. www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5pw... 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social @efna.net

Research on functional neurological disorder (FND) has made significant advances in neurological practice and research over the past 25 years. Our special collection reflects the current diversity and rigour of studies in modern FND research 👉 buff.ly/uC3mq3N #FND #neuroscience #braincommunications

We had our #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Dublin last weekend for #FNDAwarenessMonth. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND. Delighted to hear many of those present will be supporting our '5K for FND' challenge. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

We had our #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Kildare at the weekend for #FNDAwarenessMonth. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND. Delighted to hear so many of those present will be supporting our '5K for FND' challenge.💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Our founder, Eamon was delighted to join Rachael Scanlon from Sligo on Ocean FM to raise awareness of #FND this #FNDAwarenessMonth. Rachael shared how she acquired sudden on set FND & how she reached out to #FNDIreland for support. 💚🧡 www.oceanfm.ie/northwest-to... @fndportal.bsky.social @efna.net

Looking forward to our #FNDIreland Peer Support Meeting in Leitrim this #FNDAwarenessMonth. Please email us or contact us via our website to register to attend. fnd.ie/contact-us/ 💚🧡 📍 Carrick-on-Shannon 📅 25th April 2026 ⏰ 2.15pm @donpsi.bsky.social

We had our #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Louth on Saturday this #FNDAwarenessMonth. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND Great to hear from those taking on our '5K for FND' challenge. Please follow this link idonate.ie/event/5kforF... 💚🧡

Today April 13th is International #FNDAwarenessDay. 💚🧡 #FNDIreland also celebrates it's second birthday today! 🎈🎉 Please share to raise awareness of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). @fndportal.bsky.social @neuroscienceirl.bsky.social @donpsi.bsky.social @futureneuro.bsky.social @efna.net

Our founder Eamon, shares why he is taking on our 5k for FND challenge in 8 counties this #FNDAwarenessMonth! If you would like to challenge yourself to raise awareness of #FND and raise vital funds for #FNDIreland please scan the QR code or click here idonate.ie/event/5kforF... Thank you! 💚🧡

Looking forward to continuing to raise awareness of #FND during #FNDAwarenessMonth with our presentation to Oireachtas members in Leinster House on April 30th. Thanks Dr Martin Daly for hosting our event. Please reach out to your local TD or Senator to ask them to attend. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Join our FND Awareness Ambassador Jane this April in our 5k for FND Challenge for #FNDAwarenessMonth. Not only will you challenge yourself, but your participation will raise vital funds to help us expand our services. Please scan the QR code to take part or donate. 💚🧡 #FND #FNDIreland

Looking forward to our #FNDIreland Peer Support Meeting in Galway this #FNDAwarenessMonth. Full details on the poster. Please email us or contact us via our website to register to attend. fnd.ie/contact-us/ 💚🧡 📍 Galway City 📅 18th April 2026 ⏰ 3pm @donbps.bsky.social @fndportal.bsky.social

Happy Easter from all the team at #FNDIreland. Enjoy the Easter eggs! 💚🧡 #HappyEaster #FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder #FNDAwarenessMonth

Looking forward to our first #FNDIreland Peer Support Meeting in the South East in Waterford this #FNDAwarenessMonth. Please email us or contact us via our website to register to attend. fnd.ie/contact-us/ 💚🧡 📍 Waterford City 📅 17th April 2026 ⏰ 1pm @donpsi.bsky.social @fndportal.bsky.social

We have our banner updated for #FNDAwarenessMonth 💚🧡

📢 Reminder, this consultation closes at 5pm next Tuesday 7th April 2026. Make sure to 'Have Your Say' on how the long awaited cost of disability payment will be designed. People who live with a disability including many with #FND face extra costs. 💚🧡 www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

Looking forward to our #FNDIreland Peer Support Meetings in Dublin and Kildare this #FNDAwarenessMonth. Please contact us to register to attend fnd.ie/contact-us/ 💚🧡 📍 Blanchardstown 📅 11th April 2026 ⏰ 11.00am 📍 Leixlip 📅 11th April 2026 ⏰ 2pm @donpsi.bsky.social @fndportal.bsky.social #FND

Tomorrow we kick off our #FNDIreland 5k for FND challenge for #FNDAwarenessMonth! Why not join us, do it your way, walk, run or wheel! We would love this year to have people taking part in every county throughout Ireland. Please scan the QR code to take part or donate. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Looking forward to our first #FNDIreland Peer Support Meeting of #FNDAwarenessMonth taking place in Louth. Full details on the poster. Please email us or contact us via our website to register to attend. fnd.ie/contact-us/ 💚🧡 📍 Drogheda 📅 11th April 2026 ⏰ 10.15am #FND #PeerSupport #FNDAwareness

Our founder, Eamon is looking forward to meeting everyone at our #FNDIreland peer support meetings and community connect events throughout #FNDAwarenessMonth this April. 💚🧡 Meeting dates and times to follow! @donpsi.bsky.social @fndportal.bsky.social @neuroscienceirl.bsky.social #FND #PeerSupport

We had our #FNDIreland community connect event in Leitrim at the weekend to celebrate NAI #BrainAwarenessWeek. A big THANK YOU to all those who attended and shared their experience of living with #FND. Delighted to hear that many will be supporting our '5K for FND' campaign! 💚🧡 #LoveYourBrain

Our founder, Eamon was delighted to participate in the final @futureneuro.bsky.social #MyMovingBrain event at RCSI yesterday. Great to see so many stakeholders come together to shape how sport can be more inclusive to those living with neurological conditions.💚🧡 #FNDIreland @fndportal.bsky.social

As #BrainAwarenessWeek comes to an end we share our final short video supporting the NAI #MyNeurologyNurseAndMe campaign. Annette Breen, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Tallaght Hospital and #FNDIreland committee member shares how rewarding it is to support those with #FND. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

We have our #FNDIreland peer support meeting in Kildare last weekend to kick off #BrainAwarenessWeek. Delighted to hear many of those present will be supporting our '5K for FND' campaign during #FNDAwarenessMonth in April. Our next meeting will be on the 11th April. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

This #BrainAwarenessWeek we are sharing a series of short videos to support NAI #MyNeurologyNurseAndMe campaign. Annette Breen, ANP, Tallaght Hospital and #FNDIreland committee member highlights the challenges faced by those with #FND in our healthcare system. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social @efna.net

#FNDIreland were delighted to support and participate in the @futureneuro.bsky.social My Moving Brain series and look forward to the wrap up event on the 24th March. 💚 🧡 #MyMovingBrain #BrainAwarenessWeek #FND @fndportal.bsky.social @donpsi.bsky.social @neuroscienceirl.bsky.social

Happy St. Patrick's Day (Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit) from #FNDIreland. 💚🧡☘️ As we celebrate all things Irish and commemorate St Patrick, our patron saint, we also remember the importance of community spirit. By reaching out & welcoming others we create a sense of belonging & support. #FNDCommunity

This #BrainAwarenessWeek we are sharing a series of short videos to support the NAI #MyNeurologyNurseAndMe campaign. Annette Breen, ANP, Tallaght Hospital and #FNDIreland committee member highlights the crucial role that nurses play in supporting those living with #FND. 💚🧡 @fndportal.bsky.social

Happy Mother's Day from the #FNDIreland team to all mums living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) or supporting a loved one with FND. 💚🧡 #HappyMothersDay #FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder

A huge THANK YOU to Coolera Dramatic Society for their generous donation of €1,000. Rachael who shared her journey with Functional Neurological Disorder at our conference last year is a member and loves all things drama! 💚🧡 #FND #FNDIreland #FNDCommunity