Epilepsy - 3rd Edition by Orrin Devinsky (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Taking the lead from real patients' questions and insights, this new edition of a best-selling guide gives must-have information to those diagnosed with epilepsy -- the most common neurological disorder in children, adults, and the elderly. Written by a leading expert, this guide answers common questions, assuages patient's fears, and encourages epileptics to take an active role in their medical care.<BR><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Epilepsy is the most common neurologic disorder in children, adults, and the elderly, affecting over 2.7 million people in the United States. Every year almost 200,000 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy and will face drastic lifestyle changes but a proper understanding of epilepsy is the first step toward managing this disease and living life to the fullest. <p/><i>Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide, 3rd Edition</i> offers a comprehensive and authoritative discussion of epilepsy for the patient. Written by a leading expert in the field, this extensively updated third edition incorporates many comments and suggestions from real patients and their families. This guide will answer commonly asked questions about epilepsy, dispel uncertainties and fears, and encourage those diagnosed with epilepsy to become strong advocates in their medical care.</p> Ideal for patients or parents of children with epilepsy, this book discusses: <p><ul> <li>The nature and diversity of seizures <li>The factors that can cause or prevent seizures <li>The most current information about all antiepileptic drugs <li>Medical, surgical, and alternative therapies for seizures <li>Legal, financial, and employment issues</ul></p><i>Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide, 3rd Edition</i> is an authoritative, go-to resource for all aspects of life with epilepsy.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><P>"An excellent source of accurate and insightful information on epilepsy." -- Eric R. Hargis, President and CEO, Epilepsy Foundation<P>"A most valuable resource for anyone affected by epilepsy." -- Oliver Sacks, M.D.<br><br>"An excellent source of accurate and insightful information on epilepsy." -- Eric R. Hargis, President and CEO, Epilepsy Foundation <P><BR>"A most valuable resource for anyone affected by epilepsy." -- Oliver Sacks, M.D. <BR><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Dr. Orrin Devinsky is Professor of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry at NYU School of Medicine, and Director of the NYU Comprehensive Epilepsy Centers and the Saint Barnabas Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery (INN). He has published widely in epilepsy, with more than 250 articles and chapters and more than 20 books and monographs. He is currently on the board of the national Epilepsy Foundation. He is co-editor of epilepsy.com, Epilepsy and Behavior, and Reviews in Neurological Diseases.<BR>
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