What local resources are available for someone suffering from epilepsy?
Government Agencies
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
- Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
- EF state affiliates provide services on the local level in many communities.
- American Epilepsy Society.
- National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC)
- Partnership for Drug-Free Kids.
What help is available for epilepsy?
Call the Toll-Free Helpline: 1-800-332-1000 (en Español 1-866-748-8008). Visit the Epilepsy Foundation’s 24/7 Helpline page to learn more.
What are 3 causes of epilepsy?
Causes of epilepsy
- a stroke.
- a brain tumour.
- a severe head injury.
- drug abuse or alcohol misuse.
- a brain infection.
- a lack of oxygen during birth.
Is seizure the same as epilepsy?
A seizure is a single occurrence, whereas epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by two or more unprovoked seizures.
What does a Epileptologist do?
An epileptologist is a neurologist who specializes in caring for people with epilepsy. They have completed an additional one or two years of subspecialty training in epilepsy care.
What teachers should know about seizures?
Teachers should explain what a seizure is, what it looks like and how to help someone having a seizure. Using a simple picture of the head and brain may be helpful. It is also important for teachers to discuss the emotional effects of having epilepsy and the importance of not making fun of people who are different.
What foods should I avoid with epilepsy?
white bread; non-wholegrain cereals; biscuits and cakes; honey; high-sugar drinks and foods; fruit juices; chips; mashed potatoes; parsnips; dates and watermelon. In general, processed or overcooked foods and over-ripe fruits.
Does epilepsy worsen with age?
Factors affecting prognosis Age: Adults over the age of 60 may experience an increased risk for epileptic seizures, as well as related complications.
What are the warning signs of epilepsy?
Epilepsy: Seizure Triggers, Warning Signs, and Symptoms
- Temporary confusion—often described as a “fuzzy” feeling.
- A staring spell.
- Uncontrollable jerking movements of the arms and legs.
- Loss of consciousness or awareness.
- Psychic symptoms—out-of-body feelings or not feeling “in the moment”
- Memory lapses.
Is epilepsy a mental illness?
Epilepsy is not a mental illness. In fact, the vast majority of people living with epilepsy have no cognitive or psychological problem. For the most part, psychological issues in epilepsy are limited to people with severe and uncontrolled epilepsy.
What are the 2 main types of epilepsy?
There are two major classes or groups of seizures: focal onset and generalized onset.
What are the 4 types of epilepsy?
Experts now divide epilepsy into four basic types based on the seizures you’re having:
- Generalized epilepsy.
- Focal epilepsy.
- Generalized and focal epilepsy.
- Unknown if generalized or focal epilepsy.
Why give to the Center for epilepsy and seizure education?
You can make a difference in the lives of people living with epilepsy, the families that are impacted by epilepsy every day and help bring epilepsy and seizure disorders out of the shadows. The Center for Epilepsy and Seizure Education in British Columbia is a non-profit organization that provides our clients services and resources free of charge.
What is Epilepsy Support Group?
We are dedicated to creating and providing support, information, and education to families and individuals who live with epilepsy, their support staff, educational personnel, friends, co-workers, health care providers and anyone else affected by epilepsy. How Can you Help?
What is epilepsy (seizure disorder)?
Epilepsy, also known as seizure disorder, is a common brain condition that causes repeated seizures. In the United States, about 3 million adults and 470,000 children and teens younger than 18 have epilepsy.
How can I Manage my epilepsy on a daily basis?
(Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favorable Thoughts) reduces depression in people with epilepsy. (Self-management for people with epilepsy and a history of negative health events) reduces seizure frequency and improves mood.