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[Behavior disorders in childhood epilepsy].

Sergio A Antoniuk1

  • 1Departamento de Pediatria, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Curitiba, PR. cenep@hc.ufpr.br

Jornal De Pediatria
|May 22, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Children with epilepsy have a higher risk of behavioral and emotional problems. Pediatricians can identify risk factors and guide treatment for these common psychiatric disorders.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Child Psychiatry

Context:

  • Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder in children.
  • Children with epilepsy exhibit increased rates of psychiatric and behavioral issues compared to the general population.
  • These comorbidities can significantly impact a child's quality of life.

Purpose:

  • To equip pediatricians with knowledge of common psychiatric and behavioral disorders in children with epilepsy.
  • To guide pediatricians in diagnosing, assessing risk factors, and managing these conditions.
  • To emphasize the pediatrician's role in addressing these challenges.

Summary:

  • Children with epilepsy face a higher risk of oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, depression, anxiety, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
  • Key risk factors include neurological impairment, epilepsy severity, and psychosocial challenges.
  • Standard pharmacological treatments are applicable, but often require careful consideration.

Impact:

  • Early identification and management of neuropsychiatric disorders are crucial for improving outcomes in children with epilepsy.
  • Addressing these comorbidities can be more critical for quality of life than managing epilepsy itself.
  • Pediatricians, through their close family relationships, are uniquely positioned to intervene effectively.

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