... development. 3. The epilepsies associated with LGS are frequent and significantly affect the individual's level of consciousness and subsequently their ability to learn and participate in a variety of environmental experiences. 4. Institutionalisation (if present) is an additional handicap for the individual and has traditionally been an environment which unintentionally supports problem behaviours. 5. High doses of multiple medications ... retardation contributing to severe and chronic disability" . This prognosis is based upon studies which showed that 80% of people with LGS continued...

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