Mission and Goals

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We are dedicated to creating a space to share ideas and promote increased understanding of assessment and treatment of FNSD in the field of pediatric psychology through educational opportunities, clinical and research collaboration, and facilitation of cross-institution communication. The goals of the FNSD SIG are to:

• Advance knowledge base and understanding of FNSD, including biopsychosocial factors associated with development and maintenance of symptoms, impairment, and treatment response. Explore and dismantle barriers to access to care.
• Disseminate evidence-based assessment and intervention techniques for treating patients and families with FNSD.
• Create educational and mentorship opportunities for pediatric psychology students interested in experiences in assessment and treatment of FNSD
• Foster networking, communication, and collaboration among pediatric psychologists providing care to patients with FNSD, in addition to creating space for research collaboration and discussion.
• Develop relationships and educational opportunities with other disciplines, SIGS, and organizations involved in FNSD (e.g., FND Society).

For more information please visit our website: https://fnsdsigspp.wordpress.com/. Please email the SIG co-chairs to be added to the listserv.

Leadership

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SIG Co-Chairs:

• Chair: Aaron Fobian, PhD (University of Alabama at Birmingham)
• Co-Chair: Margaret Tunney, PsyD (Kennedy Krieger Institute / Johns Hopkins School of Medicine)

Clinical Committee:

• Chair: Kristen Trott, PhD (Nationwide Children’s Hospital / Ohio State University)
• Co-Chair: Lindsey Elliott, PhD (Dell Children's Medical Center / UT Health Austin)

Education Committee:

• Chair: Richa Aggarwal Dutta, PhD (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia / Pereleman School of Medicine)
• Co-Chair: Jessica Collins, PsyD (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia)

Research Committee:

• Chair: Janelle Heddings, PhD (WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s / WVU School of Medicine)
• Co-Chair: Kyleigh Skedgell, PhD (Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital)

Outreach Committee:

• Chair: Katharine Reynolds, PhD (Children’s Hospital Colorado / University of Colorado School of Medicine)
• Co-Chair: Summer Chahin, PhD (Western Michigan University / Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine)

Trainee Committee:

• Chair: Jennifer Newton, M.Ed (University of Alabama at Birmingham)