Epilepsy and Mental Health (Podcast)
Researchers explore new avenues for the management of psychiatric illness in patients with seizure disorders. Listen here.
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First curriculum for epilepsy surgery aims to provide international training standards
An ILAE task force has developed the first international curriculum for epilepsy surgery with the goal of providing global training standards. Read the article.
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Under-the-skin electrode allows for real-world epilepsy tracking
New research has found that an electronic device placed under the scalp is an effective and feasible means of accurately tracking epilepsy. Read the article.
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Brain on Keto: New Insights Into Seizure Recovery and Cognitive Rescue
The ketogenic diet (KD) has long been used to manage seizures in DRE, but its potential to protect brain function remains underexplored. Due to these challenges, researchers are turning their…
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Gender Differences in Caregiver Burden, Social Support, and Coping Strategies Among Caregivers of Patients With Epilepsy in a Tribal Region of India: A Cross-Sectional Study
This study examined whether caregivers of male or female patients with epilepsy differ in perceived burden, social support, and coping mechanisms. Read the article.
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Discussing the Transition from Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care: Josiane Lajoie, MD
The director of pediatric epilepsy at NYU Langone Medical Center shared expert insights on improving transitions from pediatric to adult epilepsy care. Read the article.
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