Childhood epilepsy is more than seizures. Learn to recognize symptoms, manage triggers, and support your child’s well-being.

Childhood epilepsy refers to a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures that begin during childhood. Seizures occur due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain, resulting in ...

We examined neonatal predictors of epilepsy in term newborns with neonatal encephalopathy (NE) by studying children enrolled in a longitudinal, single center cohort study. Clinical data were ...

Childhood Epilepsy May Predispose to Memory Disorders Later in Life Jan. 22, 2025 — Researchers demonstrated that individuals who had childhood epilepsy have an increased accumulation of brain ...

Jan. 22, 2025 — Researchers demonstrated that individuals who had childhood epilepsy have an increased accumulation of brain amyloid later in life, potentially predisposing them to late-onset ...

Novel mechanisms underlying Dravet syndrome, a rare genetic epilepsy in children, have been identified, revealing potential therapeutic targets. The disorder is linked to SCN1A gene variants ...

The shame and stigma from Epilepsy have forced victims to stay indoors most of the time, robbing her of a normal life ...

Epilepsy in children is treatable, with medicines controlling seizures in most cases, says Dr. Pradnya Gadgil. Early diagnosis and adherence to treatments are crucial. Epilepsy surgery and special ...

I have photosensitive epilepsy so I know what my triggers are ... Through Son of a Critch, Mark has been able to not only share his childhood stories, but also gets to act as his own father ...