Co-Occurring Conditions & Autism

Co-Occurring Conditions & Autism
Co-occurring condition is an additional diagnosis that has core symptoms that are distinct from the primary condition. Co-occurring conditions can develop a...
Wed, 29 Jun, 2022 at 8:51 AM
Lyme & Autism
Lyme disease is caused by bacteria of the Borrelia type which is spread by ticks. After being bitten by a tick or infectious agent, approximately 25–50% of ...
Wed, 29 Jun, 2022 at 8:53 AM
Epilepsy 101
WHAT IS EPILEPSY? What is epilepsy? Epilepsy is a chronic, neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures. A seizure happens when abnormal elec...
Tue, 26 Jul, 2022 at 11:10 AM
Seizure First Aid
What should I do if I see someone having a CONVULSIVE SEIZURE?         A convulsive seizure, such as a tonic-clonic seizure, usually lasts 1-3 minutes. I...
Tue, 26 Jul, 2022 at 12:49 PM
Diet & Nutrition with Epilepsy
It is important that people with epilepsy follow a nutritious, well-balanced diet. Good nutritional habits and a healthy lifestyle are important in obtainin...
Wed, 27 Jul, 2022 at 10:41 AM
Epilepsy FAQs
What is epilepsy?  Epilepsy is a common neurological disease characterized by the tendency to have recurrent seizures. It is sometimes called a seizure dis...
Wed, 27 Jul, 2022 at 11:15 AM
Seizure Types
What is a seizure?  A seizure is a sudden burst of electrical activity in the brain that causes a disturbance in the way brain cells communicate with each ...
Wed, 27 Jul, 2022 at 11:21 AM
Ketogenic Diet Therapy for Epilepsy
What is ketogenic diet for epilepsy?   Ketogenic diet is one of the oldest forms of medical treatment for epilepsy. It is a high fat, adequate protein, low...
Wed, 27 Jul, 2022 at 12:30 PM
Alternative Therapies & Epilepsy
What do we mean by alternative therapies?  Alternative therapies include such techniques as acupuncture, chiropractic, massage therapy, relaxation, guided ...
Wed, 27 Jul, 2022 at 2:23 PM
Memory & Epilepsy
Why do people with epilepsy often have memory problems? Seizures can interfere with the memory process as can any underlying disorder in the brain, that cau...
Wed, 27 Jul, 2022 at 2:28 PM