Stigma, seizure frequency and quality of life: The impact of epilepsy in late adulthood

摘要: Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders late adulthood, yet little research has examined impact epilepsy on quality life older people. Current measures health-related (HRQOL) have been developed and used almost exclusively in adults under age 65. The issues, which affect HRQOL younger adults, may differ from those who age-related physical limitations multiple co-morbidities. This study sought to explore psychosocial function a community dwelling sample 64 with compared similar, age-matched control group. An additional objective was examine perceived stigma seizure frequency well-being. Results indicated that functioning group significantly impaired relative normal controls. A greater perception more frequent seizures also strongly related poor reduced function. Although than two thirds had less per year, it apparent even infrequent facility impair HRQOL, suggesting apprehension induced by possibility be sufficient reduce HRQOL. results implications for clinical management suggest need further populations.