Category: "Seizures"

Socioeconomic status affects neurological and mental health

Socioeconomic status affects neurological and mental health

Angelini Pharma and the think tank The European House-Ambrosetti have presented at the Congress of Deputies data on the current state of brain health in Europe, under the initiative Headway: a new road map in brain health, highlighting the burden of diseases. With the aim of devising a strategy focused on the care of well-being […]

Head injury, brain tumor can cause seizures

Head injury, brain tumor can cause seizures

Medical experts have revealed that aside from epilepsy, some congenital and acquired health conditions can cause seizures in adults and children. According to them, trauma or injury to the head, meningitis or any assault to the brain can cause seizures in individuals. They, however, noted that seizures are more common in children than adults because children […]

The Link Between Epilepsy and Bipolar Disorder

The Link Between Epilepsy and Bipolar Disorder

Though they impact the brain differently, there is likely a correlation between bipolar disorder and epilepsy. Is epilepsy a mental illness? No, it’s not. But it can place people at a greater risk of having a mood disorder like bipolar disorder. We’re finding more and more that mood disorders and epilepsy co-occur. But there’s still a […]

UVA researchers advance understanding of how the brain responds to seizures

UVA researchers advance understanding of how the brain responds to seizures

New University of Virginia School of Medicine insights into how the brain responds to seizures could facilitate the development of much-needed treatments for the third of patients who don’t respond to existing options. The research, from the labs of UVA’s Ukpong B. Eyo, PhD, and Edward Perez-Reyes, PhD, suggests that immune cells called microglia play important, beneficial […]

Higher Risk of Psychiatric Disorders for Children Exposed to Epilepsy Drugs During Pregnancy

Higher Risk of Psychiatric Disorders for Children Exposed to Epilepsy Drugs During Pregnancy

Summary: A new study from Aarhus University indicates that certain types of epilepsy medication taken during pregnancy may increase the risk of severe psychiatric disorders in children. The research found a worrying link between the antiseizure medication valproate and the child’s risk of developing psychiatric disorders such as autism, ADHD and intellectual disability. The study underscores […]

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