Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that has been surrounded with many myths and misconceptions throughout history. These myths often stem from a lack of understanding of the disorder and its causes.

Some common myths include-

*Epilepsy is contagious(myth)-where as the fact is it does not spread through physical contact

*Epilepsy is a disability(myth)-fact is that people can carry on their daily routine

*If you have a seizure, it's epilepsy(myth)-it's not true seizures can be result of other medical conditions too.

*Epilepsy is curable (myth)- the symptoms can be better managed.

It is important to spread awareness and accurate information about epilepsy to break stigma and discrimination surrounding the disorder.

By understanding the facts and the dispelling the myths, we can better support people with epilepsy and improve their quality of life.