... also addresses some of the emotional and social issues that may arise, and there are chapters for kids and teens to read themselves or with their parents. Part 2 covers some of the most common epilepsy syndromes in more detail.
This handbook for families, friends and carers of children with seizures provides information they need to approach seizures from a position of strength. Part 1 discusses types and causes of seizures, and what to do during a seizure. The medical concepts and technical terminology as well as the available tests and treatments, including anticonvulsant medication, are clearly explained. The author also addresses some of the emotional and social issues that may arise, and there are chapters for kids and teens to read themselves or with their parents. Part 2 covers some of the most common epilepsy syndromes in more detail.
Subject terms:
medical treatment, parents, teachers, children, epilepsy, health professionals;
British Medical Journal, 05.05.03, 2003, pp.970-974.
Publisher:
British Medical Association
Provides a brief overview of the condition of cerebral palsy and its implications for child development. Looks at the role of the family and how doctors can help, highlights new developments in treatment, and lists a number of website resources for parents and doctors.
Provides a brief overview of the condition of cerebral palsy and its implications for child development. Looks at the role of the family and how doctors can help, highlights new developments in treatment, and lists a number of website resources for parents and doctors.
Subject terms:
physical disabilities, quality of life, treatment, therapy and treatment, cerebral palsy, children, families, epilepsy, health professionals;
Journal of Social Policy and Social Work, 5, March 1997, pp.21-30.
Publisher:
Japan College of Social Work
This article examines the anomalies in legislation in Japan, Europe, Australia and the United States on the eligibility for driving licenses and possibility of gaining qualifications as medical professionals.
This article examines the anomalies in legislation in Japan, Europe, Australia and the United States on the eligibility for driving licenses and possibility of gaining qualifications as medical professionals.
Subject terms:
law, mental health problems, physical disabilities, qualifications, rights, comparative studies, eligibility criteria, epilepsy, health professionals;