Epilepsy comorbidities | Epilepsy clinician handbook

Children with epilepsy are at increased risk for a wide range of psychopathology, poorer psychosocial outcomes, and reductions in quality of life.

Factors impacting upon outcomes are multiple and include:

  • Cognitive and language deficits
  • Family factors
  • Stigma associated with epilepsy
  • Adjustment to illness

Find further information for families about mental health services.