الفهرس 
OVERVIEW OF EPILEPSYOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
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Abstract
ABSTRACT
Background: Epilepsy remains one of the most common neurological diseases in the world but seems to be widely misunderstood, especially in low-income countries. Patients with epilepsy can face considerable stigma in society, Parents’ knowledge on care of children greatly influences the health status of a child by reducing the mortality and morbidity rate.
Aim of the Work: Assess the attitude and knowledge toward paediatric epilepsy amongst parents of paediatric patients with epilepsy and other parents seeking advice in the out-patient clinic, Assess the effect of educational program of home management of seizures on knowledge and practice of parents.
Patients and Methods: This comparative cross-sectional study included 100 parents of children with epilepsy who follow up in Paediatric neurology clinic, Ain Shams University (group A) and 300 parents of normal children who sought advice in Paediatric outpatient clinic, Ain Shams University (group B) in which sociodemographic characteristics were collected and a questionnaire was distributed on the study and control group then an educational program was used on them to educate them about epilepsy then the same questionnaire was redistributed.
Results: The study revealed significant disparities between study and control groups influenced by various factors, notably socio-economic status, educational interventions, and personal experiences. The educational program had a positive effect on both groups.
Conclusion: Study tailored educational interventions on parental knowledge and attitudes towards pediatric epilepsy which had a positive effect on them. Parents had poor knowledge and attitude toward epilepsy, and it improved after the educational program. These findings highlight the need for targeted awareness campaigns, particularly in lower socio-economic groups, to reduce misconceptions and promote a more supportive environment for individuals with epilepsy.