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Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy

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

Myoclonic seizures

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Read about causes and symptoms of myoclonic seizures and how they are treated.

Generalized epilepsy syndromes

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

Childhood and juvenile absence epilepsy

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

Types of epilepsy

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Read about the types of epilepsy and the suggested treatments.

Encephalopathies and progressive epilepsy syndromes

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Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for encephalopathies and progressive syndromes.

Epilepsy and college or university

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

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.

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.

Absence seizures

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Read about the symptoms and causes of absence seizures and how best to help your child when they have one.

Genetics of epilepsy

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Find out how genetics play a part in many types of epilepsy.

Types of seizures

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Find out how seizures are classified, or grouped together, and how they may impact a child.

Epilepsy: An overview

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

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.

Types of ketogenic diet therapies for epilepsy

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Learn about the four different ketogenic diet therapies for childhood epilepsy, which may be tried when medication has failed to control seizures and surgery is not an option.

Benign partial epilepsy of childhood with centrotemporal spikes (BECTS)

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Read about the causes and symptoms of benign partial epilepsy of childhood with centrotemporal spikes (BECTS) as well as treatments and long-term outlook.

Clinic visits for a child with epilepsy

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It is likely that a child with epilepsy will need to have regular clinic visits to review progress and lifestyle. Learn what happens during a clinic visit.

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.

Epilepsy and learning

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Learn how to support a child with epilepsy who experiences some of the cognitive consequences associated with the condition.

Status epilepticus

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

Epilepsy and emotions

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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.

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 long-term outlook.

Epilepsy and behaviour

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Most parents of children living with epilepsy are concerned about aspects of their child’s behaviour. Varying behaviors can be expected from a child with epilepsy. Learn about causes of behavioural changes and how to manage them.

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.