Functional tremors or psychogenic tremors often start abruptly and seemingly without cause. While they may affect all body parts, they are most common in the hands and feet. Stress and similar stimuli can worsen a psychogenic tremor, but it may improve when the person is calm and relaxed. Many people with psychogenic tremors have an underlying condition, such as post-traumatic stress disorder or depression.

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