Epilepsy - Facts, Links and Books Epilepsy Seizures and epilepsy will develop in 181,000 otherwise healthy Americans of all ages this year. 2.3 million Americans have been diagnosed with epilepsy. 300,000 children aged 14 years and younger have been diagnosed with epilepsy. Stroke, cardiovascular disease, brain tumors and Alzheimer's disease are all causes of epilepsy in the over 65's.
Epilepsy can have devastating effects on employability.
Children with epilepsy are at special risk of learning difficulties. Pregnancy has unique challenges for women with epilepsy Almost 600,000 people have intractable epilepsy. Girls who had continuing seizures had the most problems with self-concept, depression, and behavior. Seizures themselves may sometimes be fatal, especially if prolonged.