Living with Epilepsy
Epilepsy can carry with it a host of social and psychological problems. Friends' and family's lack of understanding about seizure disorders is often due to ignorance and/or fear. This sometimes leads to overprotectiveness or imposition of unnecessary restrictions on the individual.
Other personal issues may include insecurity, anger, frustration and depression.
Obstacles to Employment
Individuals with a seizure disorder who are physically able to work are often unemployed or under-employed. Of those with jobs, many have to accept positions well below their levels of education and ability.
The primary reasons for this are: - employer apprehension
- discrimination against people with seizure disorders.
Public Awareness
For many, it is not the seizure disorder itself, but negative public attitudes which create a greater disability. Public information and education are vitally important to eliminate societal prejudice.
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