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Can a Person with Epilepsy go to College

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Most epileptic teenagers can become full-time students and continue their education. It is a huge step forward for everyone to continue their education at the university level. However, it also brings about changes. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for people with epilepsy to perform poorly in college. You will have more material to learn, and it will be more difficult. Epilepsy can slow your attentional rate or rate of information processing. There will be a lot of memorizing to do. Therefore you will require even more restful sleep. Memory problems can also be caused by the emotional and mood degeneration commonly associated with epilepsy, which is usually caused by stress, anxiety, or sadness. Because you will meet new people, it may be necessary for you to be more open about your epilepsy. But don't worry. We'll tell you what you need to do to have a good first year. Speak with your doctor about any challenges you may be having with career planning, future education, an...

Do People with Epilepsy Need More Sleep ?

Sleep is an uneventful action in most cases. Some people can fall asleep in almost a few minutes, while others spin in bed for up to an hour before they are overwhelmed by the dream. This process takes 5-20 minutes, but not everyone does it the same way. For some, falling asleep is a gradual process , while others fluctuate between the phases of sleep and wakefulness before swinging. It is impossible to force sleep, and it is much harder for us to fall asleep if we consciously force our brains to do so. Epilepsy and Sleep Good sleep at night is important for all people, but even more important if you have epilepsy . There is a strong link between sleep and epilepsy : Seizures may prevent you from getting the sleep you need Lack of sleep can cause more seizures : temporal lobe epilepsy occurs during sleep. juvenile myoclonic epilepsy occurs during waking from sleep. Seizures affect the amount and quality of sleep. Seizures and medications can also interfere with sleep at...

How does Epilepsy Affect you Intellectually

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Smruti's Origin Smruti (Memory) is evidence of awareness or a living creature because it is soul power. Smruti is defined in ancient Ayurvedic texts as the ability to recollect objective experiential information, and it is the true understanding of past events. Smruti is the supersensory ability to recall the truth or essence of everything in the Universe. According to one study, Smruti is the stream of previous experience that aid in recalling data relating to a current experience or object. Smruti is unique to each individual and might vary from one to another. Is it possible to improve Smruti? Ayurvedic therapies such as Adravyabhuta (non-pharmacological) and Dravyabhuta (pharmacological) can enhance memory. The eight components that contribute to a good memory are as follows : Knowledge of cause (of a thing and event, for example); Knowledge of form (e.g., after seeing gavaya in the forest, one remembers a cow having a similar form); Knowledge of similarity (e.g., o...

Seniors and Epilepsy / Living with Epilepsy as a Senior

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that can affect people of all ages, including seniors. In fact, the incidence of epilepsy tends to increase with age, particularly after the age of 65. Seniors with epilepsy may face unique challenges and health considerations related to their age and underlying medical conditions. Old people's Epilepsy causes Seizures and epilepsy can have many different causes. Your seizures' origin should be looked into. This will assist in determining the management and support modalities that are best for you. Older people's epilepsy frequently results from: Stroke Brain damage Brain cancer Dementia and other degenerative disorders Diseases that have an impact on brain function. Other lifestyle risk factors include alcohol use, smoking, lack of sleep, stress, and depression. It is crucial to adequately explore the etiology of seizures in order to decide on the appropriate management and support for the person experiencing them. How Diffic...

Marital Status of Epileptic Patients

Epilepsy is a medical condition that affects a person's brain function and can have an impact on many aspects of their life, including their marital status. However, epilepsy does not necessarily prevent a person from getting married or being in a committed relationship. Individuals with epilepsy may face some unique challenges when it comes to their marital status. For example : Medical considerations : Epilepsy can require ongoing medical care, including taking medications and attending regular doctor appointments . This may require the support and understanding of a partner. Risk of seizures : Depending on the frequency and severity of seizures, epilepsy may require a partner to provide care and support during seizures, which can be emotionally and physically challenging. Fear of disclosing their condition : Some individuals with epilepsy may be hesitant to disclose their condition to potential partners due to fear of rejection or discrimination. Old people's Epile...

Ayurveda may be helpful for Seniors with Epilepsy

Epilepsy can present differently in older adults than in younger individuals. In older adults, seizures may be more subtle or difficult to recognize, and they may be mistaken for other conditions. Caregivers should take note of the detailed history of the patient. As elderly patients tend to develop cognitive impairment as a side effect of epilepsy it is important to have accurate history of the patients illness. Some common signs of epilepsy in older adults include : Confusion or disorientation : Older adults may experience confusion or disorientation during or after a seizure, which can be mistaken for delirium or dementia. Loss of consciousness : Older adults may lose consciousness during a seizure , which can be mistaken for a fainting episode. Muscle contractions or jerking : Older adults may experience muscle contractions or jerking during a seizure, which may be mistaken for a stroke or other neurological condition. Incontinence : Older adults may experience loss of bl...