Students may have to rely on others for transportation needs. Epilepsy is used to describe a number of nervous system disorders with related seizures. During a seizure, persons sometimes lose consciousness and control of muscles for a short time. The person is affected during the seizure and usually for a brief time after. Grand Mal- characterized by blackouts and violent shaking, possibly with irregular breathing, drooling or a pale blue skin color.
Some people experience warning signs, such as fear, odors, sounds, tingling, or spots before eyes.
Seizures usually last 2-5 minutes. After a seizure, persons may feel confused or tired, or may fall asleep. Seizures may appear as staring spells, rapid blinking, or small twitching movements. Sometimes persons cannot remember what happened. Seizures may last from a minute to several hours.