Is epilepsy a permanent disability?

Even when on medication people with epilepsy can experience seizures that leave the worn out and unable to function for days. If you have been diagnosed with epilepsy and you can’t work and you expect to be unable to work for at least 12 months you can file a claim for Social Security disability benefits.

Can you fully recover from epilepsy?

While many forms of epilepsy require lifelong treatment to control the seizures, for some people the seizures eventually go away. The odds of becoming seizure-free are not as good for adults or for children with severe epilepsy syndromes, but it is possible that seizures may decrease or even stop over time.

Does someone with epilepsy qualify for disability?

Adults with epilepsy may be eligible for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI, for those who paid taxes into the Social Security system) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI, for low-income people). To qualify for either SSI or SSDI, epileptic seizures have to occur regularly (see below).

Is epilepsy a disability in Australia?

Even if a person does not consider themselves as having a disability, and do not experience any significant limitations or their epilepsy is completely controlled by medications, they are still protected by the Federal Disability Discrimination Act of 1992 (DDA).

Is epilepsy on the NDIS?

If you have epilepsy you may be eligible for funding through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). This comes as a surprise to many people with epilepsy, as they often don’t consider their epilepsy to be a disability.

Can you drive with epilepsy in Australia?

Generally, to get your license the following applies: You must have been free of seizures for the specified period (see Assessing Fitness to Drive) You must continue to take anti-seizure medication regularly as prescribed. You should get adequate sleep and not drive if sleep-deprived.