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Epilepsy
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| Epilepsy, the most common serious neurological condition, is the continuing tendency of a person to have seizures. There are many different types of epilepsy. |
3D animation on epilepsy | |
![]() | Epilepsy is a disorder in which there is a sudden, temporary change in how the brain functions. During an epileptic seizure, neurons can generate impulses six times faster than normal. |
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![]() | The use of generic drugs in epilepsy is highly controversial. While antiepileptic drugs of different brand names are considered bioequivalent, they may not be therapeutically equivalent and therefore not interchangeable. |
Autism
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| Autism is a developmental disorder that affects the brain. It is a complex condition that mostly impairs communication, social interaction and creative play. |
Psychology and psychotherapy | |
![]() | Psychology is the science of the mind. Psychotherapy refers to a broad range of practices, techniques, theories and perspectives. There are hundreds of different types of practices that all call themselves psychotherapy. |
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![]() | Camp Autism was founded in 2008 and is dedicated in uniting families dealing with autism spectrum disorders. Camp Autism offers families the chance to escape for a litte while, relax and build support networks with other families. |









