4th ILAE School on Neuropsychology in Epilepsy

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ILAE Curriculum Learning Objectives addressed by this course

• 1.8.1 Describe the epidemiology, psychiatric and experiential risk factors of PNES (L1)
• 2.1 Understand and address the culturally appropriate aspects and consequences of the diagnosis of epilepsy, including stigma
• 2.10.1 Understand and address the culturally appropriate aspects and consequences of the diagnosis of PNES (L1)
• 2.10.2 Communicate information about the causes and consequences of PNES and the potential of psychological treatment (L2)
• 2.3.2 Educate patients and family about the disease specifics (L2)
• 2.3.4 Educate workplace or school stakeholders concerning the patient's needs (L3)
• 2.3.6 Counsel patients and family regarding the risks and benefits of epilepsy surgery (L3)
• 2.8.1 Identify and provide counseling on issues related to comorbidities (L2)
• 2.9.1 Provide counseling specific to children with epilepsy and their parents, according to the epilepsy-types (L2)
• 4.2.1 Describe the importance of early surgical intervention regarding neuro-developmental, cognitive, behavioral and social integration aspects (L2)
• 4.3.3 Recommend and interpret results of neuropsychological testing (L3)
• 4.5.1 Demonstrate ability to integrate information from multi-modal work-up and estimate risks and benefits of surgical therapy (L3)
• 4.6.4 Identify situations which require rehabilitation following surgery (L3)
• 4.7.1 Demonstrate the value and need for multidisciplinary teamwork (L3)
• 6.1.1 Recognize psychiatric comorbidities, such as depression, anxiety, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, psychosis and autism spectrum disorders (L2)
• 6.1.4 Demonstrate the ability to recognize and manage the special needs of persons with epilepsy (L3)
• 6.1.5 Manage cognitive changes in epilepsy and the cognitive effects of AEDs (L2)