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Cognitive and behavioral disorders often overshadow seizures and can be the greatest cause of impaired quality of life. Patients with epilepsy may have cognitive impairments, which effect attention, memory, mental speed, and language, as well as executive and social functions. Furthermore, these problems often go unrecognized and, even when identified, are often under treated or untreated.

In this section we will discuss in greater detail the cognitive and behavioral disorders associated with epilepsy. The information is divided into two sections: Mood and Behavior 101, gives a basic overview of mood and behavioral disorders associated with epilepsy. Advanced Mood & Behavior, provides a more indepth, intermediate level of information regarding mood & behavior disorders associated with epilepsy.

Topic Editor: Steven C. Schachter, M.D.
Last Reviewed:12/15/06


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