Crisis, Safety & Planning
Purpose: Safety, escalation, and high-risk situations.
Living with Functional Neurological Disorder can involve moments when symptoms escalate or safety feels uncertain. These situations may be rare or frequent, predictable or unexpected, and they can be distressing for both the person with FND and those around them.
This section of the Learning and Support Library brings together resources focused on safety awareness, response, and planning. The emphasis is on preparation, clarity, and reducing harm rather than fear or urgency.
What You Will Find Here
The resources in this section focus on situations where safety, escalation, or additional support may be needed.
They are designed to:
- support understanding of safety considerations related to FND
- provide guidance for responding during acute symptom escalation
- support proactive planning for high-risk situations
- reduce confusion and unnecessary emergency responses
Each resource can be used independently, depending on current needs and circumstances.
Guide
Guides provide foundational understanding related to safety and crisis considerations.
Toolkit
Toolkits focus on practical, in-the-moment response during symptom escalation.
Planning Resource
Planning resources support proactive preparation for safety-related situations.
Printable and Educational Material
Printable and educational materials provide concise reference information that can be shared or accessed quickly.
Supporting Safety Through Preparation
Safety planning for Functional Neurological Disorder focuses on preparation, clarity, and appropriate response. When safety needs are understood and planned for in advance, it can help reduce distress and support more measured responses during challenging moments.
This section is intended to support informed, respectful approaches to safety and crisis planning without assuming worst-case scenarios.