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Know Your Rights

A comprehensive guide to disability rights laws for people with epilepsy

Knowing your rights is the first step in being the best advocate for your health. However, navigating through legalese can be a difficult and confusing task. In this section you will learn the basic rights of people with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Topic Editor: Steven C. Schachter, M.D.
Last Reviewed:12/28/06


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Have you or a family member ever had a seizure from:

video games
32% (14 votes)
a TV program
23% (10 votes)
flashing lights or patterns elsewhere
43% (19 votes)
no
39% (17 votes)
Total votes: 44

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