There are many causes of epilepsy. Click here to learn about common causes of epilepsy. This is also a good question to ask your neurologist.

The only difference between the two is the name. They are the same. Some folks like to say they have epilepsy, while others like the term seizure disorder.

Epilepsy is a disability covered under the ADA. It is illegal not to hire or to fire someone based on their disability. Employers also have to make reasonable accommodations for the person with epilepsy to do their job. Here is a link for more information: https://www.epilepsy.com/lifestyle/employment

As long as your seizures are under control and you talk to your doctor about it first, you can do most anything! People with epilepsy are encouraged to be active (exercise, play sports, garden, etc). If you have epilepsy, you can go into almost any career you like! There are people with epilepsy who are doctors, lawyers, teachers, business owners, etc. People with epilepsy have families and live long productive lives and sometimes even drive. There is very little that most people with epilepsy can’t do!

For most people with epilepsy, this is a lifelong condition. However, most folks with epilepsy find treatment that helps keep seizures away. Find out more here: https://www.epilepsy.com/what-is-epilepsy/understanding-seizures/will-you-always-have-seizures