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Epilepsy and college or university

Education is an important part of any child's life. Read about options for a child attending college or university while coping with epilepsy.

Caring for yourself when a child has epilepsy

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Adjusting to a child’s epilepsy diagnosis can be challenging and parents often put their own needs last. However, it is important for parents to take care of themselves too. Learn about self-care suggestions for parents.

Status epilepticus

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Read about the causes and symptoms of status epilepticus and how it is treated.

Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP)

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Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) is rare in people with epilepsy. However, it is important to be aware of the risk factors and how to prevent it in your child.

Understanding your child's epilepsy diagnosis

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Find out how epilepsy is diagnosed and what questions to ask to make sure you understand the diagnosis.

What does the future hold for a child with epilepsy

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The prognosis of an illness is a forecast of how it will develop and the outcome after treatment. Read about the factors that affect the prognosis of a child with epilepsy.

Epilepsy at school

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School is a large part of every child’s life. Along with engaging in academic learning, children learn how to communicate, interact and socialize with their teachers and peers at school. Read how to help make a positive learning experience for your child.

Anaphylaxis: How to recognize and respond to a severe allergic reaction

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Anaphylaxis is a severe reaction to an allergen. Learn how to prevent and identify anaphylaxis and how to respond when someone has an anaphlactic reaction.

Epilepsy and travel

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Find out how to make travel and time away at camp safe and enjoyable for a child with epilepsy.

What to do in case of a seizure

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Read about what to do in case of a seizure to ensure your child's safety and comfort.

Epilepsy: Transition to adult health care

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A teenager with epilepsy will need to transfer management of their epilepsy to an adult care setting. Find out about transitioning smoothly from paediatric to adult care.

Epilepsy: Sex and reproduction

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Most people with epilepsy can have full social, sexual, and family lives. Read about issues surrounding sex and reproduction for those with epilepsy.

Types of community health services

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There are many different types of community health services that are available to help you and your child.

Non-fasting guidelines for children with metabolic disorders

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An information sheet for parents with children who have a metabolic condition. Fasting could be dangerous for children with a metabolic disorder.

Epilepsy resources and support

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A detailed list of epilepsy organizations, research and books. A wide range of topics is covered, including guides for families and the ketogenic diet.

Partial epilepsy syndromes

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Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for partial epilepsy syndromes.

Reflex epilepsy

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Read about the causes and treatments for reflex epilepsy, a rare condition in which seizures are set off by specific stimuli such as flashing lights.

Poison information centres in Canada

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Find contact information for poison centres in Canada. If your child is unconscious, not breathing or is having a seizure, call 911 immediately.

Epilepsy: An overview

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An overview of seizures and epilepsy, with information about treatment options.

Hemophilia: Accessing emergency care

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Teens living with hemophilia can learn helpful tips on how to access care in case of an emergency.

Childhood and juvenile absence epilepsy

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Read about the causes and symptoms of absence epilepsy and how the condition is treated.

Coping with the diagnosis of epilepsy

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Find out ways to cope with the different emotions you may have about an epilepsy diagnosis and about seeing a child have a seizure.

Types of epilepsy

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Read about the types of epilepsy and the suggested treatments.

Coping with epilepsy as a family

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Siblings may receive less attention at times because the needs of a child with epilepsy take over. Helping siblings cope is an important aspect of family life as well.

Temporal lobe epilepsies

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Read about the causes and features of temporal lobe epilepsies as well as how they are treated and the long-term outlook.