Tag: epilepsy
New clinical definition for epilepsy
An expert task force in the USA has created a new definition for epilepsy that refines the scope of patients diagnosed with this condition....
Teachers don’t understand epilepsy
Children with epilepsy may receive a poorer standard of education because teachers do not properly understand their condition. The charity Young Epilepsy says that...
Epilepsy education award
Nominations are open for Young Epilepsy’s newly-launched Champions Awards.
The charity is seeking to recognise the outstanding contribution that many individuals and organisations make towards...
Calming the storm
Noel Gibb examines the complex relationships between epilepsy, special needs and educational performance
Nominations open for Epilepsy Action Education Awards
Parents and students are being asked to submit their nominations for the 2012 Edwards, which recognise educational establishments that demonstrate good practice in supporting...
Is epilepsy a hidden disability?
Epilepsy is no stranger in our classrooms, but fear and lack of understanding can increase the burden on children with this chronic condition, says Gill Parkinson
