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ERIC Number: EJ616380
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0896-3746
Seizures in Infants and Young Children.
McBrien, Dianne M.; Bonthius, Daniel J.
Infants and Young Children, v13 n2 p21-31 Oct 2000
This article reviews the most frequent causes of seizure disorders in young children and the classification of different seizure types. It discusses current therapies, including alternatives to medication. Emergency response to seizures is covered a well as non-epileptic episodes that may resemble seizures. Epilepsy's potential impact on the family is discussed. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Classification, Developmental Disabilities, Drug Therapy, Early Intervention, Epilepsy, Etiology, Family Problems, Head Injuries, Infants, Neurological Impairments, Outcomes of Treatment, Predictor Variables, Seizures, Young Children
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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