Epilepsy-related knowledge and attitudes toward people with epilepsy among hospital staff in Van City, Turkey

ConclusionOur study results showed that hospital staff had a moderate level of knowledge regarding epilepsy. The study sample generally displayed a positive attitude, but not in the items related to relationship and marriage involving people with epilepsy. More knowledge was associated with a more positive attitude. Education programs can help to increase knowledge, and thus to improve attitudes regarding epilepsy.
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior - Category: Neurology Source Type: research