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Saachi Arora and Vibha Sharma
Institute of Human Behavior and Allied Sciences (IHBAS), Delhi.
Conversion Disorder is often associated with various misinterpretations and stigma in
the Indian origin. Psychosocial factors include risk factors as well as protective factors
involved in Conversion disorders in the Indian scenario. Exploration of these psychosocial
factors will act as a guide for various mental health professionals to cater to the needs
of individuals with conversion symptoms. Objectives- The aim of the current paper is to
explore the psychosocial factors involved in conversion disorders. Method- The scope
of the review caters to various mental health professionals and clinicians for gaining
clarity about conversion symptoms as well as their management. The data was collected
from research articles found on google chrome. The review was done using thematic
analysis and reflection over various research articles and the time frame consumed was
one month. Results- On exploration, various factors that worsen conversion disorder
are dysfunctional relationships, lowered socio-economic status, younger age group,
female gender, and heightened autonomic arousal. The factors that facilitate recovery
and healing in conversion disorder are state of trance, presence of insight, peer support,
male gender, older age, adequate socio-occupational functioning and occupational
therapy. Discussion- The present paper is helpful for various mental professionals and
individuals for effective utilization of techniques and tools for recovery and coping through
conversion disorder. Conclusion- The present paper highlights the psychosocial factors
in conversion disorders based on reliable research and data. However, the limited data
available on the topic and lack of clarity as well as misinterpretations about conversion
symptoms became major limitations of the study.