[header] How to help loved ones with conversion disorder [title] Refrain from telling the person their symptoms aren't real. [step] Telling someone with conversion disorder that their symptoms are not real or that they are just in response to stress won't help. The person probably won't believe you. 
Don't try to tell the person there is no " reason " for them to be sick or that it's all in their head. [substeps] Even if you get annoyed or frustrated, you should remain calm.