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Having seizures may make it more difficult to find a job or to work at certain occupations. Sometimes transportation problems make it challenging to get to work. Others may need vocational counseling or training.

In the United States, the Americans with Disabilities Act makes it illegal to deny someone a job because of a medical condition if they can perform the essential duties of that job. People who feel they are being discriminated against because they have epilepsy should consider seeing a lawyer who specializes in this area. In many large cities, this legal help may be quite affordable.

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Before applying for a job, it might be helpful for a person with epilepsy to speak with a representative of the local affiliate of the Epilepsy Foundation (EF) about the relevant laws and restrictions preventing employers from asking questions about a job applicant's health. It may also be helpful for an applicant to consult with the protection and advocacy staff of the state human rights commission, the Equal Opportunities Commission (EEOC), or a social worker who specializes in employment issues.


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