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Epilepsy

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Epilepsy is one of the most common disorders of the nervous system.
It affects people of all ages, races, and ethnic backgrounds.
More than 3 million Americans of all ages are living with epilepsy.
Every year, 181,000 Americans will develop seizures and epilepsy for the first time.
It can develop at any time of life, especially in early childhood and old age.

Epilepsy Index

Here you can access answers to your questions about epilepsy. You will find a wealth of information on the medical, social, and legal aspects of epilepsy.

Also, ask our Epilepsy Resource Center, dedicated information and referral personnel who can help you.

General Information about Epilepsy
A guide for parents Epilepsy and Seizure Statistics Epilepsy: A Brief History Multimedia: Introduction To Epilepsy Spectrum of Severity The Scope of Epilepsy and Seizures in the United States	Ask the Epilepsy Resource Center Staff Copy of Ask the Epilepsy Resource Center Staff Epilepsy: An Overview Frequently Asked Questions Epilepsy Terms Glossary Un Glosario Sobre La Epilepsia Professional Advisory Board
Sub-Categories of Epilepsy
Medical Aspects First Aid, Related Conditions, Seizures and Syndromes, Treatment	Life Aspects Children, Teenagers, Adults, Elderly
Social Aspects Financial Planning, Driving and Transportation, Education, Employment, Child Care, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Sleep, Dating, Military Service, Alcohol, Street Drugs	Legal Aspects Insurance, Criminal Justice, Family Law, Financial Assistance, Employment, Education Law, Transportation Laws, Public Accommodation

All information is reviewed by our Professional Advisory Board, comprised of many of the leading epilepsy experts in the United States.

QuickStart Guides

Special starter references if you are newly diagnosed or a parent of a child with epilepsy.

Seizure First Aid

First aid for seizures is simple. Keep calm and make sure the person having the seizure is comfortable and safe from harm.

Types of Seizures

There are many different types of seizures: including ones affecting the whole brain (convulsions) and ones only impacting a part of the brain.

Medication

Medicines are the most common type of epilepsy treatment.

Surgery

For some individuals, medication does not work well against seizures. Doctors may consider brain surgery as a means of treatment.

Employment Issues

People with epilepsy may face barriers to getting and keeping a job.

Driving

States have different driving rules and requirements for people with epilepsy.