You can help someone with epilepsy by helping them.
Epilepsy, a rare neurological condition that can affect the brain and cause epileptic seizures, is a common one.
The Epilepsy Society estimates that one in 50 people in the United Kingdom will have epilepsy. Because there are more than 40 types of epileptic seizures to choose from, each individual’s symptoms may vary.
Epilepsy can be very isolating. It can be very difficult to get the right support. We’ll be discussing some of the problems that epilepsy sufferers face and how we can help.
Common problems faced by epileptics
Although epilepsy can strike anyone at any time, it is not the only symptom. Epilepsy can have both emotional and physical effects. One person might experience epilepsy differently than another.
Physical challenges
Before, during, and afterwards a seizure are the most common symptoms of epilepsy. There are many symptoms that can be caused by seizures, depending on how severe the seizure is. Epilepsy sufferers face significant difficulties in managing the unpredictable nature of seizures. They are unable predict when they will occur.
Seizures may present with a number of symptoms including:
Inability to remain aware
During this procedure, the limbs are shaken around.
It’s easy to fall over
Experiencing “out-of-body” feelings
Consider, for example, how astronauts can lose significant amounts of time in space.
Headaches
The three-month cycle for confusion spasms is approximately.
Tiredness
Epilepsy can cause physical symptoms throughout the body. It can also have an emotional effect.
Emotional problems
Epilepsy affects 1% of the world’s population. Epilepsy can cause recurring seizures as well as other symptoms such as headaches, mood swings, temperature changes, or head tremors. Epilepsy can cause life-altering changes for some people.
Epilepsy patients are not allowed to drive because they fear having seizures behind the wheel. Epilepsy patients should not drive if they are experiencing seizures.
They may have to give up the things they love if their epilepsy doesn’t improve. Their career might be affected if they have to drive or work in an area that is high-risk for epilepsy.
Epilepsy sufferers may feel powerless and anxious about their next seizure. The Epilepsy Foundation states that epilepsy sufferers are more likely to experience sadness and anxiety.
People with epilepsy can feel anxious, sad, confused, stressed, and angry. You can also see how epilepsy can affect your mental health if you consider that some people experience depression, sleeplessness, anxiety, or both.
How to help someone with epilepsy
Being there for epilepsy patients and studying the condition are two of the most important things you can do. If someone has a seizure, it will be easier to show empathy and confidence by understanding their experiences.
The person with epilepsy may feel more at ease knowing that you can recognize the signs that they are about to experience a seizure.
Training by CBAT on epilepsy
CBAT offers a popular online course on epilepsy for anyone who wants to learn more. It lasts three hours. Both companies that provide care for epilepsy sufferers and those whose loved ones have been diagnosed are fondly familiar with our program.
You can help your loved one by learning about epilepsy and how you should respond to a seizure.
While there are many benefits to learning more about epilepsy, it is important that you remain respectful when talking to people with the condition. They might not be open to questions or comments about their condition.
Knowledge is power, and in this instance, epilepsy sufferers hold the power. Imagine someone asking you questions about your sexual health that you have never seen.
You should treat anyone who tells you that they have epilepsy like you would any other person.
CBAT has more information about how it can help you to work with people with disabilities like epilepsy.
