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Seizures are temporary
abnormal electro-physiologic
phenomena of the brain,
resulting in abnormal
synchronization of
electrical neuronal
activity. They can manifest
as an alteration in mental
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Alpha wave
Alpha waves are
electromagnetic oscillations
in the frequency range of
8-12 Hz arising from
synchronous and coherent (in
phase / constructive)
electrical activity of large
groups of neurons in the
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Anticonvulsant
The anticonvulsants,
sometimes also called
antiepileptics, belong to a
diverse group of
pharmaceuticals used in
prevention of the occurrence
of epileptic seizures. The
goal of an anticonvulsant is
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Epilepsy
Epilepsy (sometimes referred
to as a seizure disorder) is
a common chronic
neurological condition that
is characterized by
recurrent unprovoked
epileptic seizures. These
seizures are transient signs
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Electroencephalography
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Developmental disability
Developmental disability is a term used to describe severe, life-long disabilities attributable to mental and/or physical impairments, manifested before the age of ... > more -
Traumatic brain injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI), traumatic injuries to the brain, also called intracranial injury, or simply head injury, occurs when a sudden trauma causes brain damage. With mild TBI, the patient may ... > more
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