Read about the causes and symptoms of status epilepticus and how it is treated.
Read about the causes and symptoms of absence epilepsy and how the condition is treated.
Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for generalized epilepsy syndromes.
Read about the causes and symptoms of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome epilepsy and how the condition is treated.
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.
Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for focal epilepsies in children.
Find out how seizures are classified, or grouped together and how they may impact a child.
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.
Read about pyridoxine-dependent epilepsy, a rare form of epilepsy caused by a deficiency of alpha-aminoadipic semialdehyde dehydrogenase (antiquitin) due to a genetic mutation.
Learn about what causes seizures, the different types of seizures and what the concept of the seizure threshold means.
Find out the causes and symptoms of Rasmussen syndrome and how this form of epilepsy is treated.
DEE-SWAS is a rare epilepsy syndrome that can affect children aged two to 12. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of DEE-SWAS.
Read about the symptoms of self-limited epilepsy with centrotemporal spikes (SeLECTS) as well as treatments and long-term outlook.
A child with epilepsy may experience a range of emotions, which may include depression or anxiety. Learn how to help your child manage their emotions and nurture their self-esteem.
Read about what to do in case of a seizure to ensure your child's safety and comfort.
Read about various anti-epileptic drug therapies available for your child.
Driving safely is a serious responsibility for anyone with a licence. Here are a few precautions for someone with epilepsy to consider.
Read about common anti-epileptic drugs. Each AED has a generic name and one or more brand names. The generic name is the chemical name for the drug.
Most people with epilepsy can have full social, sexual and family lives. Read about issues surrounding sex and reproduction for those with epilepsy.
Read about the types of epilepsy and the suggested treatments.
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.
Learn about the methods of diagnosis, an important stage in understanding the cause of your child's seizures.
Find out how to help your child manage their AEDs.
Read about options for a teen attending college or university while coping with epilepsy.
A detailed list of epilepsy organizations, research and books. A wide range of topics is covered, including guides for families and the ketogenic diet.
