Seizures involve sudden bursts of electrical activity in the brain. This can cause spasms or changes in awareness. But not every seizure means epilepsy.

Types of seizures are classified by onset or beginning of a seizure: focal, generalized, or unknown. Learn about the new classification of seizure types.

Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder in the world. If you have epilepsy, surges of electrical activity in your brain can cause recurring seizures. We can help you …

More serious problems, such as broken bones, concussions, head injury with bleeding into the brain, or breathing problems, usually are seen in people who have generalized seizures with …

La epilepsia no discrimina. Afecta a niños y a adultos, hombres y mujeres, así como a personas de todas las razas, religiones, etnias y clases sociales. Aunque es más común que se …

Seizures which occur early after a traumatic brain injury are felt to be a symptom of the recent injury. Seizures which occur in the late period after TBI are more likely to recur and result in …

Seizures can take on many different forms, and seizures affect different people in different ways. Anything that the brain does normally can also occur during a seizure when the brain is …

We provide downloadable forms for observing and recording your seizure details. Visit the Epilepsy Foundation for more resources today.

Why is it important to have a Seizure Action (or Response) Plan? You and your family play in central role in your seizure management. Your success in managing epilepsy will depend on …

Alcohol withdrawal can trigger seizures. People who have had seizures brought on by binge drinking are at risk for more seizures without alcohol as the trigger.