Argumentative Essay On Epilepsy

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There are many myths about Epilepsy and it is important to know the difference between fact and fiction. A belief in any of these myths can cause harm to a person who has Epilepsy. Even the word, ‘Epilepsy’ has mythical origins and is derived from a Greek word that means to seize or ‘take possession of’. Ancient Greeks believed that people who had seizures were demon-possessed. However, Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. (Myth) Even today, people from many cultures believe epilepsy is a sign of demons possessing the person who has seizures. These cultures believe that the seizures are a curse and a form of spiritual possession. Epilepsy organizations around the world work to spread awareness that

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