JORDAN’S JOURNEY
Jordan suffers from a rare neurological condition known as Conversion Disorder. Its cause is unknown, but it may develop as a reaction to stress or psychological trauma, but this is not always the case. At the age of 6, Jordan was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome, ADHD, and anxiety. At age 9, Jordan was diagnosed with Conversion Disorder. What is Conversion disorder? It is a condi
tion where the brain uses physical symptoms as a way to cope with distress or discomfort, challenging thoughts and emotions as well as psychological trauma. Some people become paralyzed, blind, or deaf. Some lose the ability to speak or swallow. Some go unconscious and have non-epileptic seizures. Others have uncontrollable tremors and have an overactive bladder as well as many other symptoms. Jordan has experienced many life-threatening blackouts (and experienced dangerous falls and near-drowning), and they happen without warning. These blackouts over the last 10 years have resulted in a number of concussions, contusions, neck, and back problems, in which ongoing costly treatments have ensued. And this is only a fraction of what Jordan and his family have been going through. (We are currently preparing a document with more details should you wish to know more. More details to come.) Our team at 33/Connections has felt strongly about the need to help support Jordan and his family. We have come to know and love this family and we would like to help raise awareness and financial support. We hope you will join us in our walk with Jordan’s Journey.
