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Understanding Epilepsy: An African Perspective

Understanding Epilepsy: An African Perspective

Ndileleni Mudzielwana, Shonisani Agnes Mulovhedzi
Copyright: © 2023 |Pages: 19
ISBN13: 9781668458006|ISBN10: 1668458004|ISBN13 Softcover: 9781668458044|EISBN13: 9781668458013
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-5800-6.ch024
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Mudzielwana, Ndileleni, and Shonisani Agnes Mulovhedzi. "Understanding Epilepsy: An African Perspective." Handbook of Research on Shifting Paradigms of Disabilities in the Schooling System, edited by Hlabathi Rebecca Maapola-Thobejane and Mbulaheni Obert Maguvhe, IGI Global, 2023, pp. 340-358. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-5800-6.ch024

APA

Mudzielwana, N. & Mulovhedzi, S. A. (2023). Understanding Epilepsy: An African Perspective. In H. Maapola-Thobejane & M. Maguvhe (Eds.), Handbook of Research on Shifting Paradigms of Disabilities in the Schooling System (pp. 340-358). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-5800-6.ch024

Chicago

Mudzielwana, Ndileleni, and Shonisani Agnes Mulovhedzi. "Understanding Epilepsy: An African Perspective." In Handbook of Research on Shifting Paradigms of Disabilities in the Schooling System, edited by Hlabathi Rebecca Maapola-Thobejane and Mbulaheni Obert Maguvhe, 340-358. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2023. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-5800-6.ch024

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Abstract

This chapter outlines aspects of understanding epilepsy from an African perspective. The chapter starts by introducing the condition of epilepsy and what research says nationally and internationally with definitions from various views. Furthermore, the chapter discusses causes, symptoms, and impact on children. This chapter highlights the definition of epilepsy and describes epilepsy from various African languages and perspectives. The chapter also shows that epilepsy in children is associated with problems in multiple areas such as their academic achievement, behavioural and emotional adjustments, and social competence. The chapter reports that students with epilepsy often experience negative social consequences due to their condition, and that teachers can do several things to help minimise and assist the children to reach their full potential. In conclusion, the chapter discusses and suggests effective strategies to manage and support the condition.

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