*Edited by Isam Jaber Al-Zwaini and Ban Adbul-Hameed Majeed Albadri*

Epilepsy is the most common neurological disorder globally, affecting approximately 50 million people of all ages. It is one of the oldest diseases described in literature from remote ancient civilizations 2000-3000 years ago. Despite its long history and wide spread, epilepsy is still surrounded by myth and prejudice, which can only be overcome with great difficulty. The term *epilepsy* is derived from the Greek verb *epilambanein*, which by itself means to be seized and to be overwhelmed by surprise or attack. Therefore, epilepsy is a condition of getting over, seized, or attacked. The twelve very interesting chapters of this book cover various aspects of epileptology from the history and milestones of epilepsy as a disease entity, to the most recent advances in understanding and diagnosing epilepsy.

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Epilepsy - Advances in Diagnosis and Therapy

Epilepsy

Advances in Diagnosis and Therapy

*Edited by Isam Jaber Al-Zwaini* 

*and Ban Adbul-Hameed Majeed Albadri*