For instance, if epileptic activity is occurring in the part of the brain concerned with memory, then learning difficulties may be experienced. As epilepsy is a symptom rather than a condition in itself, it may well be that any damage to the brain may cause learning difficulties as well as epilepsy. The type of seizure. For example, when someone is experiencing a complex partial seizure they may appear to others as if their behaviour is strange or abnormal. The duration of seizures.
Boys appear to be more likely to have behaviour problems than girls.
Psychological and social factors such as family and peer attitudes, as well as self-image may also affect learning and behaviour. Examples could be over-protective parents or bullying at school.