Abstract:Epilepsy is a chronic and non-communicable disease of the brain. It is characterised by recurrent seizures resulting in involuntary movements that can be generalised or localised in a single body part. Management through modern medicine takes care of the attacks, but may not help the patient. This case report demonstrates the handling of a young athlete with epilepsy stuck between his desire and his conscience. Identification of defence mechanisms, utilising them in patient management and the process of identi… Show more
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