How Seizures Affect Brain ActivityA seizure is a brief onset of symptoms caused by a burst of abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Usually, a seizure lasts from a few seconds to a few minutes. There are different types of seizures, not just one. Depending on the part and amount of the brain affected by the electrical disturbance, the type of seizure that will occur will be determined. Experts divide seizures into five generalized seizures, namely: partial seizures, epileptic/non-epileptic seizures, status epilepticus, gelastic seizures, and dacrystic seizures. Partial seizures occur when a strong burst of electrical activity affects only a specific area of ​​one hemisphere of the brain. This type of seizure is subdivided into two categories: simple partial seizures and complex seizures. In a simple partial seizure, the affected person will still be conscious and their consciousness will be preserved. However, during a complex partial seizure, the subjects' consciousness is altered and, in some cases, may even be lost. Even though partial seizures are mild, they can progress to a much more serious seizure. More people suffer from partial seizures than any other type of seizure. Literally any type of sensory, movement, or emotional action can be altered, including complex optical hallucinations. Typically, in a simple partial seizure, the episode of sudden jerks, sensory phenomena, and transient lethargy lasts only half a minute to a full minute. In a Complex Partial, the episode can last up to two full minutes and at least one. Also in a Complex Partial, affected individuals may be unaware of the context (surrounding environment), amnesia and confusion may occur, and may begin to wander. Although partial seizures affect different emotions...... middle of paper ......y medicine used to treat people with epilepsy. One of the studies I looked at showed that more than 10% of patients attending epilepsy clinics have suicidal thoughts within the first two weeks. Mild to threatening behavior, loss of cognitive abilities, amnesia, loss of control, feeling tired, depression, anxiety, and irrevocable suicidal thoughts are (but are not limited to) the effects of epilepsy on the brain. Personally, I don't know anyone who suffers from epilepsy and I'm really grateful for that because after doing all this research, I had a life-changing revelation. There are many people who do not deserve to have epilepsy and there is never enough help to help them. I will definitely see how I can help our brothers and sisters and be a true benefactor to all, because isn't that the ultimate goal ??