Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Conversion Disorder.
Conversion Disorder - as a noun
A mental disorder characterized by the conversion of mental conflict into somatic forms (into paralysis or anesthesia having no apparent cause)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conversion hysteriaconversion reactionHypernyms (Closely Related)
disturbancefoliemental disordermental disturbancepsychological disorderHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He was diagnosed with conversion disorder after experiencing sudden paralysis."
"The psychologist explained that conversion disorder involves the conversion of emotional distress into physical symptoms."
"She exhibited symptoms of conversion disorder, such as severe tremors and unexplained loss of sensation."
"The psychiatrist prescribed therapy as a treatment for her conversion disorder."
"Her conversion disorder was triggered by a traumatic event in her childhood."
