Epilepsy is a common neurological condition that affects the brain and causes frequent seizures. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes seizures or unusual sensations and behaviours.
Seizures are bursts of electrical avidity in the brain that temporarily affects how the brain works. These seizures can cause a wide range of symptoms. Treatment can help to manage and control Epileptic episodes.
Epilepsy is usually a lifelong condition, but most people with this can live normal lives if their seizures are well controlled. Most children with epilepsy can go to mainstream school, take part in most activities and sports.
In epilepsy, the brain signals can become scrambled and there are sometimes sudden bursts of electrical activity. This is what causes a seizure. In most cases, its not clear why this happens. In most cases of epilepsy, the cause is unknown, but can be linked to sustaining trauma to the brain.
As epilepsy can affect people in different ways, everyone’s experience of living with the condition is different. But some general guidance can help, including have regular medical reviews, take medication, identify and avoid triggers such as stress, lack of sleep and alcohol.
Children with epilepsy can usually attend a mainstream school and participate fully in school activities. It is important to inform the child’s school of their condition, including what medicine your child takes, how to spot and deal with a seizure, the impact their epilepsy may have on their attendance and schoolwork. Some children with epilepsy need extra support to get the most out of their time at school.
Further Information:
www.lanarkshireepilepsysupport.org.uk/
www.nhs.uk/conditions/epilepsy
www.nhs.uk/conditions/learning-disabilities
www.gov.uk/children-with-special-educational-needs
