Epilepsy (Ward Lock Family Health Guides) - Softcover

Defined as seizures originating in the brain, epilepsy affects at least 1 in 200 people, and can happen to anyone at any time of life. Many people associate epilepsy with major convulsive seizures; this, however, is only one form of many. Find out exactly what epilepsy is, its causes, how it's diagnosed, the different types of seizures and how to manage them, and the available treatments. Learn how those with epilepsy can help themselves and lead full and active lives that include driving, employment and careers, education, travel, and having a family.