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Symptoms of depression and anxiety Epilepsy Foundation

WEBdifficulty sleeping. changes in appetite. irritability, frustration or anger. difficulty forming and maintaining friendships. lack of self-care and/or risk of self-harm. risk taking behaviour. …

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URL: https://epilepsyfoundation.org.au/managing-epilepsy/health-and-wellbeing/mental-health/symptoms-of-depression-and-anxiety/

Epilepsy Management Plans Epilepsy Foundation

WEB1300 761 487 Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 7.00pm AEST. In-person appointments available upon request. GENERAL ENQUIRIES (03) 8809 0600. DONATION LINE 1800 …

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ASM Side-Effects and Interactions Epilepsy Foundation

WEBSome commonly reported ASM side effects include: drowsiness; irritability; mood change; weight gain or loss; dizziness; sleep disturbance; nausea; blurred vision; hair loss or …

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Mental Health Epilepsy Foundation

WEB1300 761 487 Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 7.00pm AEST. In-person appointments available upon request. GENERAL ENQUIRIES (03) 8809 0600. DONATION LINE 1800 …

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Status Epilepticus Epilepsy Foundation

WEBStatus epilepticus is said to occur when a seizure is prolonged, where seizures occur in close succession or the person doesn't recover between seizures. Status epilepticus can …

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Seizure First Aid Epilepsy Foundation

WEB6. If the seizure activity has resulted in a serious injury. 7. If the seizure occurs in water. 8. If you believe the person having the seizure may be pregnant. The Seizure First Aid poster …

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Epilepsy First Aid Epilepsy Foundation

WEB1300 761 487 Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 7.00pm AEST. In-person appointments available upon request. GENERAL ENQUIRIES (03) 8809 0600. DONATION LINE 1800 …

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Myths and Misconceptions Epilepsy Foundation

WEBMyth 3: Epilepsy is a mental illness. Sometimes epilepsy and seizures can be mistaken for mental illness. For example, a person may make unusual noises, use strange words …

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Children and Epilepsy Epilepsy Foundation

WEBFollow this link for further information for young people living with epilepsy, their families and caregivers. NATIONAL EPILEPSY SUPPORT SERVICE. 1300 761 487 Monday to …

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Safety at Home Epilepsy Foundation

WEB1300 761 487 Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 7.00pm AEST. In-person appointments available upon request. GENERAL ENQUIRIES (03) 8809 0600. DONATION LINE 1800 …

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What is a Seizure

WEBA seizure is a sudden and temporary change in the electrical and chemical activity in the brain which leads to a change a person’s movement, behaviour, level of awareness, …

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Epilepsy Specialists Epilepsy Foundation

WEBSocial workers. Speech and language therapists. NATIONAL EPILEPSY SUPPORT SERVICE. 1300 761 487 Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 7.00pm AEST. In-person …

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Epilepsy Management Plans

WEBThe Epilepsy Foundation recommends the use of Epilepsy Management Plans (EMPs). EMPs can help others best understand and respond to your needs. If the plan is for your …

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Connection between epilepsy and psychological conditions

WEBDepression and/or anxiety may develop as a result of living with epilepsy, and can be as a result of feeling socially isolated, and/or feeling stigmatised, or AEDs. NATIONAL …

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Seizure Monitors & Devices Epilepsy Foundation

WEBThey can cost several hundred dollars, which may not be affordable for some people. You can learn more about seizure monitors & devices here. NATIONAL EPILEPSY …

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Psychogenic Non-epileptic Seizures (PNES)

WEBWhen this occurs, it is known as a psychogenic non-epileptic seizure (PNES). These seizures are very real to the person experiencing them, and they have no conscious or …

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List of Anti-Seizure Medications (ASMs) Epilepsy Foundation

WEBSodium valproate (Epilim, Valpro) Tiagabine (Gabitril) Topiramate (Topamax) Vigabatrin (Sabril) Zonisamide (Zonegran) NATIONAL EPILEPSY SUPPORT SERVICE. 1300 761 …

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Government Assistance Epilepsy Foundation

WEB1300 761 487 Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 7.00pm AEST. In-person appointments available upon request. GENERAL ENQUIRIES (03) 8809 0600. DONATION LINE 1800 …

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