epilepsy

Explores the topic of epilepsy, discussing its history, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and possible ways to prevent some forms of the disease.

Discusses the causes of epilepsy, how it is diagnosed and treated, and what to do if someone is having a seizure.

Harry Benson, a man who suffers from violent seizures, is implanted with electrodes that are designed to send soothing pulses to the pleasure centers of his brain, but something goes wrong with the operation and Benson sets out to get revenge on the doctors he believes are trying to turn him into a machine.

Examines the causes, symptoms, and treatment of epilepsy, a neurological condition that can lead to seizures.

Describes the causes, symptoms, effects, and treatment of the various forms of epilepsy.

Julie, a busy high school sophomore suddenly stricken with epileptic seizures, must learn to live with her condition as the doctors attempt to control it through medication.

Orphaned by her mother's death, Edith goes to live with her older sister and her dour husband in their stern Christian farming household, where the strain of adjusting seems to aggravate her epileptic seizures.

Presents an overview of epilepsy explaining what it is, what causes it, risks associated with it, and possible cures. Includes side-bars, primary source quotes, facts, and statistics.

Collects eighteen essays that provide information about epilepsy, covering causes, myths, prevention, treatments, and what it is like to live with the disease.