New Method Detects Seizure Warning Signs in Children
This study focused on finding a way to identify early signs of seizures in children by analyzing their brain activity, specifically through EEG (electroencephalogram) readings.
Pediatrics
This hub covers pediatric epilepsy in infants, kids, and teens, including diagnosis, syndromes, development, school plans, and safety. New studies translated into clear takeaways for parents.
What you’ll find in this topic:
- Plain-language summaries of new epilepsy studies
- What the research means for real life
- Practical questions to ask your neurologist
- Related topics you can explore next
Pediatrics: What Families Usually Want to Know
- What’s different about epilepsy in infants, kids, and teens
- Common causes, including genetic syndromes and brain development issues
- When to push for a specialty epilepsy center
- School plans, sports, and day-to-day safety
Common Pediatric Epilepsy Terms in Plain English
- Syndrome: A recognizable pattern of seizures + EEG + symptoms
- Developmental delay: Slower skill development (can have many causes)
- Regression: Losing previously gained skills (flag for urgent evaluation)
- Febrile seizure: Seizure with fever (often benign, sometimes relevant)
- Epileptic encephalopathy: Seizures/EEG patterns that can affect development
Related Topics
Pediatric Epilepsy FAQ
When is epilepsy “drug-resistant?”
Usually when two appropriate medications haven’t controlled seizures.
Should we get a 504 plan or an IEP?
Many families benefit and it depends on seizure frequency, medications, and learning needs.
Can kids with epilepsy play sports?
Often yes, with smart precautions. Ask your neurologist or epileptologist about your child’s specific risks.
What symptoms mean “call now?”
Clusters, prolonged seizures, breathing trouble, new weakness, or major regression.
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Targeting Gut Health May Help Control Seizures in CDD
Researchers are studying a condition called Cyclin-dependent kinase-like 5 deficiency disorder (CDD), which causes severe epilepsy and other developmental issues in children.
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Epilepsy Research Summaries | Imaging & EEG | Ketogenic Diet | New Studies | Pediatrics | Safety & First Aid
Ketogenic Diet Outperforms Medications for Children with Epilepsy
A study was conducted to compare the effectiveness of a ketogenic diet (KD) with traditional antiseizure medications (ASMs) in children who have developmental and epileptic encephalopathies (DEE).
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New Method Detects Seizure Warning Signs in Children
This study focused on how to identify early signs of seizures in children by analyzing their brain activity, specifically through EEG (electroencephalogram) readings.
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Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | New Studies | Pediatrics | Safety & First Aid
CBD Shows Promise for Treating Drug-Resistant Epileptic Spasms
Researchers studied the use of cannabidiol (CBD) as an additional treatment for children over the age of 2 who have drug-resistant epileptic spasms (ES).
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Focal Epilepsy in Children Linked to Executive Dysfunction
This study looked at children with focal cortical dysplasia (FCD), a common cause of epilepsy, to understand how it affects their executive function, which includes skills like planning and organizing.
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CMA Helps Diagnose Developmental Disorders in Children
This study looked at the use of chromosomal microarray analysis (CMA) in diagnosing children with developmental and congenital issues.
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Parental Involvement Boosts Health for Kids with Chronic Illnesses
This study looked at how involving parents in the care of children and teenagers with chronic illnesses, like epilepsy, can affect their quality of life and health outcomes.
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Comparing Surgery Types for Pediatric Epilepsy Treatment
This study looked at different types of corpus callosotomy (CC), a surgery used to help children with severe epilepsy that doesn’t respond to medication.
