Epilepsy is the most common neurologic disorder in children, adults, and the elderly, affecting over 2.7 million people in the United States. Every year almost 200,000 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy and will face drastic lifestyle changes but a proper understanding of epilepsy is the first step toward managing this disease and living life to the fullest.
Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide, 3rd Edition offers a comprehensive and authoritative discussion of epilepsy for the patient. Written by a leading expert in the field, this extensively updated third edition incorporates many comments and suggestions from real patients and their families. This guide will answer commonly asked questions about epilepsy, dispel uncertainties and fears, and encourage those diagnosed with epilepsy to become strong advocates in their medical care. Ideal for patients or parents of children with epilepsy, this book discusses:
• The nature and diversity of seizures • The factors that can cause or prevent seizures • The most current information about all antiepileptic drugs • Medical, surgical, and alternative therapies for seizures • Legal, financial, and employment issues
Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide, 3rd Edition is an authoritative, go-to resource for all aspects of life with epilepsy."
Orrin Devinsky, MD, is a professor of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry at the NYU School of Medicine, and director of the NYU Comprehensive Epilepsy Centers and the Saint Barnabas Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery (INN).
Table of Contents
Part One: Medical Aspects of Epilepsy Facts about Epilepsy The Brain and Epilepsy Seizures Epileptic Syndromes An Overview of Epilepsy Seizure-Provoking Factors Part Two: Diagnosis and Treatment of Epilepsy The Health Care Team Making the Diagnosis of Epilepsy First Aid for Seizures Drugs used against Epilepsy Surgical Therapy Other Therapies Part Three: Living with Epilepsy Living with Epilepsy Epilepsy and Children Pregnancy and Menopause Parenting by People with Epilepsy Employment for People with Epilepsy Mental Health of Adults with Epilepsy Epilepsy in the Elderly Part Four: Legal and Financial Issues in Epilepsy Legal Rights of People with Epilepsy Insurance and Government Assistance Part Five: Resources for People with Epilepsy The Epilepsy Foundation Other Resources Toward a Cure for Epilepsy Glossary of Terms Glossary of Drugs used against Epilepsy Drug Interactions Resources for People with Epilepsy References and Suggested Reading Index
