Survey exposes lack of public knowledge on how to respond to epileptic seizures

One in three Brits admit they would go into 'flight mode' if someone nearby had an epileptic seizure. Over half of UK adults fear they would have no idea how to respond if a stranger collapsed and began having a seizure in public.

According to the poll of 2,000 adults, most people have never been taught what to do in this situation or fear they would make the situation worse. Meanwhile, 16 per cent assumed someone else would be more qualified to help.

In fact, people are more likely to feel like they could respond to incidents involving broken bones, choking or a panic attack.

While seizures can take many forms, some less noticeable than others, many admitted they would only recognise a seizure if the perso

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