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Epilepsy

- The Ultimate Teen Guide

About Epilepsy

According to the recent statistics, at least 50 million people worldwide have epilepsy, including more than 5.1 million Americans. There are so many different types of epilepsyΓÇöeach with its own behavioral effects and treatmentΓÇöit can be overwhelming to handle as a teen.In this revised volume of Epilepsy: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Second Edition, Kathlyn Gay dispels the myths, misconceptions, and misunderstandings about epilepsy and people who have the disorder. This book provides up-to-date positive, factual medical information and advice for young people and their families on living a normal life. Updated topics covered in this book include┬╖Symptoms of epilepsy┬╖Signs and factors that precipitate seizures┬╖Treatment methods┬╖Medications┬╖Management strategiesStories from teens who have epilepsy round out the information provided, giving real-life examples to readers of how they can participate in normal activities and offering advice on whether and how to tell friends, dates, teachers, or an employer about the condition. This second edition of Epilepsy concludes with an extensive resource listing of publications, web sites, and organizations to help those with a diagnosis prepare for a hopeful future.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781442271715
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 158
  • Published:
  • March 16, 2017
  • Edition:
  • Dimensions:
  • 185x263x15 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 508 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: November 29, 2024

Description of Epilepsy

According to the recent statistics, at least 50 million people worldwide have epilepsy, including more than 5.1 million Americans. There are so many different types of epilepsyΓÇöeach with its own behavioral effects and treatmentΓÇöit can be overwhelming to handle as a teen.In this revised volume of Epilepsy: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Second Edition, Kathlyn Gay dispels the myths, misconceptions, and misunderstandings about epilepsy and people who have the disorder. This book provides up-to-date positive, factual medical information and advice for young people and their families on living a normal life. Updated topics covered in this book include┬╖Symptoms of epilepsy┬╖Signs and factors that precipitate seizures┬╖Treatment methods┬╖Medications┬╖Management strategiesStories from teens who have epilepsy round out the information provided, giving real-life examples to readers of how they can participate in normal activities and offering advice on whether and how to tell friends, dates, teachers, or an employer about the condition. This second edition of Epilepsy concludes with an extensive resource listing of publications, web sites, and organizations to help those with a diagnosis prepare for a hopeful future.

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