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It is well recognized that there is an intimate and reciprocal interaction between epilepsy and sleep. The book, Epilepsy and Sleep is a ground-breaking, comprehensive source for exploring this correlation and is especially timely because of the considerable growth in the understanding of the physiology underlying both sleep and epilepsy. An insightful reference, it presents many of the complex physiologic mechanisms underlying epilepsy--sleep interaction and highlights sleeping disorder symptoms that may be related to epilepsy.
The annual cost of treating epilepsy in the United States is an estimated $12.5 billion, according to a report issued January 2000 by The Epilepsy Foundation.The Foundation also reports that more than 180,000 Americans develop epilepsy each year. However, thousands more cases may be misdiagnosed as sleeping disorders, causing these figures to jump significantly. This correlation and diagnosis can help determine the correct type of medication to administer to regulate the symptoms, in turn saving hundreds of hours of lost time at work and millions of dollars.

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* Provides the first comprehensive source of information available on the correlation between epilepsy and sleep
* Outlines sleeping disorder symptoms which may in fact be caused by epilepsy
* Well illustrated, easy-to-read text
* An essential text for epileptologists, psychiatrists, physicians, and sleep disorder therapists
* Written by internationally recognized experts in the field ... Read more

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Epilepsy and Sleep
Though this is a medical book, I do understand the importance of sleep in relation to seizures.Dr. Dinner, my neurologist at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, wrote a very important book on the relationship between sleep and epilepsy.Those of us with epilepsy have to understnad the importance of getting enough sleep so as to not trigger a seizure.I would recomment this book for medical students. ... Read more

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Excellent handbook -error on P230
This is an excellent and concise handbook.However there is an error (probably a typo) on P230. There is a division sign where there should be amultiplication sign.The correct formula should read:

Loading dose (mg/kg)= desired concentration (mg/L) X Volume of distribution (L/kg)

The examples that are given in the text are calculated correctly using the above formula, which indicates that it was a typo error.

very helpful for general neurologist
As a general neurologist frequently facing cases of epilepsy, it's very helpful to me covering all important aspects of epilepsy treatment and how to handle most problems epileptic patients face

"Really not bad"
Its ok, i regularly deal with epilepsy, it did help me, but just as a review. ... Read more

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An excellent tool to help with differential diagnosis of seizure disorders. ... Read more

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This handbook assembles a team of experts to review the special problems faced by women with epilepsy. Epilepsy treatments affect fertility and can cause pregnancy complications and birth defects, but most of the available drugs have been tested on men.Moreover, hormone effects on seizures are of particular concern to women at puberty, at menopause, and over the menstrual cycle. Many health-care providers are not informed about the unique issues facing women with epilepsy. This book, published in association with the Epilepsy Foundation of America, fills that gap and provides women with epilepsy with the information they need to be effective self-advocates. ... Read more

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Powerful, Must have book for all women with Epilepsy
The most profound and detailed book written by various women, discussions of Women's Issues in their lives with dealing with Epilepsy. In addition, understanding from childhood to menopause, a must have for a family member who has a daughter or female loved one who has Epilepsy - straight-forwarded and thorough. ... Read more

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Actually Purchased the Collectible Version - Read On
Excellent Book, with case studies and more; no matter what edition one purchases - whether the latest revision or a collectible ... all of them are valued. One can actually learn and benefit as how much Neuroscience as progressed over the years, moreover, even the older versions - one can possibility learn from a case study or two and such can be applied.

For a Reader - one can benefit and gain insight of the various types of Epilepsies and the complex and complications in dealing with individuals with Epilepsy.

An informative read
A good general discussion of epilepsy and non epileptic "provoked" seizures. Interestingly enough, 50% of seizure causes are of unknown nature and diagnosis is even more complicated in those patients with heart problems. Even more great news, for folks who do not die young, is that the likelihood of epilepsy increases after age 50 (p. 115).So, enjoy...or not...Chapter one should be read to your associates, to prevent waking up with your wallet between your teeth. I would have liked a longer discussion on permanent memory loss/brain damage, but I have not come across such information in other literature either.
Several other good books on the subject are also available on Amazon.(It does not hurt to search Amazon occasionally for newer titles, do intelligent internet searches on the conditions, medications, and interactions and, of course, engage in thoughtfull discussions with your general practicioner, specialist, and pharmacist.)

Balanced View on Epilepsy
A good synopsis of Epilepsy and how it can present itself in different forms, typical treatments, particularly with medication and basic side effects to take into account. This can indeed be a very complex subject and it was a refreshing approach, albeit an introduction, to some of the technicalities that the doctors do not always explain.

Up-do-date, accessible guide
Ilo E. Leppik, MD (Director of Research at MINCEP Epilepsy Care Center) presents Epilepsy: A Guide to Balancing Your Life, a resource written especially for individuals diagnosed with epilepsy and their loved ones, sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology. Chapters inform the reader in plain terms about epilepsy and its types of seizures, treatment options including drugs and surgery, issues concerning epilepsy and pregnancy, quality of life concerns, and much more - including a sound debunking of myths (for example, stopping anti-epileptic drugs during pregnancy can potentially do more harm than good since seizures pose a deadly risk to both the baby and the mother). A glossary, index, and list of sources for more information round out this up-do-date, accessible guide strongly recommended for public library collections and the personal reference of epileptics and their families. ... Read more

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A must for anyone with epilepsy or has a family member with it
Epilepsy is a condition that must be managed lest it be a true problem. Now in a newly expanded and updated third edition, "Epilepsy 199 Answers: A Doctor's Responds to his Patient's Questions" is a reference on epilepsy comprised in the question and answer form on 199 questions. With much advice discussing how diet, surgery, therapy, and more can affect one's epilepsy, "Epilepsy 199 Answers" is a must for anyone with epilepsy or has a family member with it, and wants to be armed with knowledge.

Highly Recommended
I highly recommend this book if you or your family is dealing with epilepsy.It answers almost all of the questions you have and some you haven't even thought of yet.

Don't bother if you're above a fourth-grade reading level.
Not recommended. The information given is ridiculously basic, and can be provided in a single chapter of Seized by Eve LaPlante or Partial Seizure Disorders by Mitzi Waltz, both highly superior and actually informative books. I can't figure out if Wilner's condescending by nature, or if he's just overcompensating for the anticipated lowest common denominator.

I'll give it two stars instead of one simply because someone out there may genuinely not know things this basic - but if you've been diagnosed with epilepsy, your doctor probably told you more about your disorder in the first five minutes of the appointment than you'll get in this entire book.

Great Resource for The Basics
Readers will find this book to be very helpful, as it spells out in very simplistic terms the answers to the questions that they may or may not have thought of yet (definitions, clarifications, listings of medicines).It is a quick read as it is broken down into questions with the corresponding answers.This is a great resource for obtaining the basics on epilepsy, especially for a newly diagnosed patient.It also contains contact information for national organizations.

Great Resource for The Basics
Readers will find this book to be very helpful, as it spells out in very simplistic terms the answers to the questions that they may or may not have thought of yet.This is a great resource for obtaining the basics on epilepsy, especially for a newly diagnosed patient. ... Read more

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St. Louis Children's Hospital, MO. Consumer text is designed to help parents of epileptic children. Demonstrates how to discipline the child, support social development, and negotiate the educational system. Provides advice regarding various medications and how to manage potential side effects. Softcover. ... Read more

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An important tool for everyday living
Parents who must deal with the daily unpredictability of seizures and the side effects of medication often find it confusing to understand what to expect. Growing Up With Epilepsy will appeal to busy parents who want a quick reference guide: information is organized in a manner easy to look up, chapters discuss social and behavioral as well as psychological concerns and issues, and parents receive basic tools to help their kids through all manner of concerns. An important tool for everyday living. ... Read more

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This book is devoted to the surgical treatment of epilepsy and its consequences, and provides an extraordinary perspective on the fascinating question of the relationship between brain and mind.Contrary to the current emphasis on statistics and objectivity, this book is dedicated to understanding the whole person, the life and experiences of the individual.It reports on cutting-edge technical skills provided with a human touch. This book reflects the understanding that the temporolimbic seizure originates in tissue providing the substrate for the emotional life and memory. Finally, it emphasizes the value of clinical research - here, conducted in the course of the diagnosis and surgical treatment of epilepsy - in helping to elucidate the relationship between brain and mind. ... Read more

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if you have need for treatment of Epilepsy:
my major is trditional chinese medicine but i have need some western medicine book for treatment of Epilepsy. this book ggive me a key for what medication and what mechanism for treatment of epilepsy.
if you have need for treatment epilepsy? you must read it! ... Read more

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Becky is Sarah’s big sister. In many ways they are alike, but as Sarah says, "Becky is brave…and I am not." Becky walks Sarah to her classroom each day. She is brave about going to a new school, about standing up to a big dog, and even about having epilepsy.

But one day Becky has a seizure during class. Many kids stare, and some laugh. That evening, Becky decides she doesn’t want to go to school anymore. The next day Sarah walks to her classroom all alone. As she passes by Becky’s class, the students call out to her, "Aren’t you Becky’s sister? Is she going to get better?" Shy Sarah wants to tell them about Becky’s illness. Now she must find the strength to be brave for her sister. ... Read more

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Heartwarming tale about two sisters, one of whom has epilepsy
"Becky the Brave" is a well-written tale about a young girl's struggles with epilepsy. Becky helps her younger sister Sarah adapt to life at school, walking with her, and reassuring her as she attends school. Sarah looks up to her brave older sister - until one afternoon when Becky suffers a serious seizure. When Becky recovers, she retreats into herself and refuses to return to school, anxious that her condition not be revealed to her new classmates lest they treat her 'differently'. It is now Sarah's turn to be brave for her sister and help put things right again.

At the beginning of the book, there is some explanation about epilepsy, and I learned that about 300,000 children in the United States suffer from epilepsy, with no known causes, and can range from mild to extreme seizures. It is therefore important that educators and students know how to react when a child suffers a seizure in the classroom or school. This book not only narrates the story of a child dealing with epilepsy and the challenges it poses, but also educates on how others can help - by clearing away anything that can be considered a danger to a seizure-stricken child, placing the child on her side to prevent choking, putting something soft like a pillow under her head, etc. - all of these are well-illustrated by the pictures drawn by artist Gail Piazza which complements the text by author Laurie Lears. I love these series of books dealing with children's disabilities and how they cope with the challenges in day-to-day life - others in the series are Nathan's Wish: A Story About Cerebral Palsy, Ben Has Something to Say: A Story About Stuttering (Concept Books (Albert Whitman)), and Ian's Walk: A Story About Autism. I've been reading these books with my 5-year-old and hopefully she'll be able to understand and provide support to her peers in school who have disabilities, something I consider important given the more inclusive nature of classrooms these days. Recommended for grades K-3.

I'm the illustrator of Becky the Brave!
I am the illustrator of Becky the Brave! I learned so much about epilepsy while working on this project. The illustrations are done in pastel on colored pastel paper. I used two sisters from my church as models for Becky and her sister. Look for a special copies for sale in the collectible (used and new) section, that include a personalized note from me explaining how I illustrated Becky the Brave!!

Great way to introduce Epilepsy to children
I used this book as a basis for a lesson plan introducing Epilepsy to lower grades.The story not only shares some basic information about Epilepsy, but does a great job of getting children to think about what it might feel like to have it and how nervous and afraid a child may be to come to school.A great way to teach compassion to all children.Well written and great illustrations. ... Read more

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Gain insight as you read the stories of women living with epilepsy-- told in their own words. Women discuss the impact of epilepsy on their roles as mothers, wives, and individuals, and express their concerns about how epilepsy will affect pregnancy outcome, the health of their babies, and parenting. They share candidly how epilepsy impacts family planning, fertility and sexuality. ... Read more

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Now in its 6th edition, this insightful text is an excellent resource for primary care physicians, neurologists, and residents in the treatment of epilepsy. The handbook includes full discussions of recently approved drugs for the treatment of epilepsy as well as experimental agents. ... Read more

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Prescriber's Guide to Antiepileptic Drugs provides a practical and concise reference guide for use by all those clinicians and allied health professionals that treat or care for patients with epilepsy. In full colour throughout, this volume presents the antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) in alphabetical order and for each AED the information is divided into eight coloured sections: general therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, interaction profile, adverse effects, dosing and use, special populations, and suggested reading. This handy pocket guide will be an excellent companion for all clinicians that treat patients with epilepsy. ... Read more

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Advances in epilepsy research are occurring at a rapid rate, resulting in a bewildering wealth of data. The implications of this new knowledge for future research and clinical practice can be confusing. This volume concentrates on the concepts and models of epilepsy that have been developed as a result of this research. Written by prominent researchers in the field, it describes and discusses the relevant models used to address critical questions, and reviews the most up-to-date issues. Chapters focus on the pathways and mechanisms through which seizure activity is initiated and spread, in both normal and abnormal brain tissues, and discuss the special properties of epileptogenesis in the immature brain. In a field in which rapid advances lead to constant update of empirical data, this book takes a conceptual approach to the subject and provides a solid framework within which to understand the emerging issues. ... Read more

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Epilepsy: A Question of Models & Hyperexcitability
Schwartzkroin's edited book is the best experimental monograph available for the novice and seasoned epilepsy research scientist.It compares and contrasts the different genetic models of epilepsy in addition to many other facets of the field.It discusses the GABA ion channel model, aberrant synaptic neurobiology, rodent and primate models, pharmacology of agents inducing and treating the various syndromes.I used this as helpful background to a Grant I wrote on the Strasbourg rat and absence epilepsy.For 2005, the book still remains relevant and useful as a tool even though it was written several years ago.Additional areas of exploration included kindling (chemical and electrical), neurotransmitter chemistry, the differences in the developing and immature brain.It goes into c-fos, c-myb, c-jun and transcriptional regulation of the epileptic state. ... Read more

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A practical reference to the medical and surgical treatment of epilepsy

The third edition of The Treatment of Epilepsy has been thoroughly updated. It is a reference work, but has a strong practical bias, and is designed to assist neurologists, neurosurgeons and other clinicians at all levels who are involved in the treatment of patients with epilepsy. It is a definitive source of clinical information to guide clinical practice and rational therapy.

Written and edited by leading experts, many actively involved with the International League Against Epilepsy, this new edition:

• covers the recent advances in the principles and approaches to epilepsy therapy, the introduction of new drugs and the development of new surgical techniques
• contains 26 completely new chapters and 61 new contributors
• includes pharmacological properties and prescribing information for all drugs used in the treatment of epilepsy
• features the important contribution of a new editor Jerome Engel Jr, Professor of Neurology at the University of California School of Medicine in Los Angeles.

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This book provides essential information about the variety of seizure disorders and serves as a basic epilepsy reference guide for students and practicing clinical neuropsychologists.In addition to epilepsy neuropsychological assessment issues, the book provides an overview of the known cognitive effects of seizures as well as the adaptive, emotional, and psychiatric consequences of epilepsy including a chapter on psychogenic nonepileptic seizures.Diagnostic tests, such as EEG and structural neuroimaging, are described and the leading treatment options are detailed with a chapter on pharmacologic therapies which reviews the known cognitive and behaivoral side effects of specific antiepileptic drugs.Many of the more rare epilepsy disorders have been included in the appendices for quick and easy reference.

The book also details the role of neuropsychology within the epilepsy surgery process including pre-and post-surgery cognitive evaluations, cortical stimulation mapping, functional neuroimaging, and intracarotid amobarbital (Wada) procedures and reviews the major surgical treatment options used in the intractable epilepsies.Case examples are dispersed throughout the text with neuropsychological results as heuristic aids.The book concludes with a glossary of epilepsy terms. ... Read more

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"Women with epilepsy have different needs than men with epilepsy, especially at various stages in their life cycle. Epilepsy and its treatment can affect or compromise the menstrual cycle, contraception, fertility and pregnancy, child development in the womb, child care, and menopause. Conversely, the mesntrual cycle, contraception, pregnancy, and menopause can all affet epilepsy and its manaegment.

Epilepsy in Women: The Facts adopts the female perspective and describes in detail the special problems that epilepsy can cause. It offers information and practical advice on the symptoms, diagnosis, and management of the different types of epilepsy, providing an invaluable resource that will empower women with the knowledge that they need to take control of their health and to cope with their condition. The book contains numerous case histories, which provide surprising insights into the experiences of women with epilepsy, and 'Myths' and 'Facts' boxes, which help the reader immediately highlight the most important information. ... Read more

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Written for people with epilepsy, their families, doctors and teachers, UNDERSTANDING EPILEPSY casts light on a rather mysterious condition, and in the process helps people to come to terms with it. This new edition of UNDERSTANDING EPILEPSY answers all the vital medical questions, including: What is epilepsy? What causes it? What are the different types of epilepsy? What are the different types of seizures? How is epilepsy diagnosed? How can it be managed? How does it affect older people, children and disabled people? What sorts of activities should a person with epilepsy avoid? But this book goes beyond the medical facts to discuss the social implications of epilepsy. UNDERSTANDING EPILEPSY takes a frank and sympathetic look at the condition that can often make people feel discriminated against, or stigmatised. Most importantly, it discusses the advantages of openly acknowledging the condition - how this leads to acceptance on the part of the affected individual and possibly more tolerance from the general public. ... Read more