Your Child's Epilepsy
Class Publishing Ltd
Published on 1. January 1997
Book
Paperback/Softback
228 pages
978-1-872362-61-8 (ISBN)
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Description
Epilepsy is a baffling subject to be faced with. This practical handboook answers the real questions asked by parents of children with epilepsy. Their experiences and the authors' expert answers give readers the knowledge to help their children lead happy, healthy and normal lives.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Bridgwater
United Kingdom
Illustrations
colour and b&w illustrations, glossary, index
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Weight
292 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-872362-61-8 (9781872362618)
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Richard Appleton | Brian Chappell | Margaret Beirne
Epilepsy and Your Child
The 'at Your Fingertips' Guide
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09/2004
2nd Edition
Class Publishing Ltd
€42.27
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Foreword
formerly President, British Epilepsy Association and Chairman, Epilepsy Research Foundation
Content
1 What is epilepsy?: introduction; epilepsy and the brain; types of epilepsy; more about seizures; possible causes; facts and figures. 2 Diagnosing epilepsy: introduction; how do they know it's epilepsy?; EEGs; scans. 3 Treatment: introduction; does treatment work?; anti-epileptic drugs; side-effects; practical aspects of drug treatment; surgery; diet; complementary therapies. 4 Is it an emergency? introduction; first aid; calling an ambulance; status epilepticus. 5 Feelings, families and friends: introduction; coming to terms with epilepsy; family feelings; outside the family. 6 School: introduction; teaching the teachers; getting on at school. 7 Practical concerns: introduction; safety in the home; finance; childcare; miscellaneous. 8 Travel and holidays: introduction; trains and boats and planes; activities and facilities; medical care abroad. 9 Your child's social life: introduction; clubs and associations; sports; discos; television; computers and computer games. 10 Growing up: introduction; driving; work; marriage and other relationships; sex, contraception and pregnancy; independent living and future care.