SYNGAP1 Gene and Epilepsy
By: Clare Logan SYNGAP1 Gene and Epilepsy What is the SYNGAP1 Gene? The SYNGAP1 gene, located on chromosome 6, provides instructions for producing aprotein called SYNGAP. This protein is highly concentrated in the brain and is essential forhealthy brain development, learning, and memory. It helps nerve cells, or neurons, communicatewith each other through connections called […]
Agoraphobia and Epilepsy
By: Khonotso Fredah Matlala Agoraphobia and Epilepsy WHAT IS AGORAPHOBIA? Agoraphobia is a mental health disorder characterized by anxiety or fear arising from thoughts that escape might be difficult or that help may not be available in certain situations (Balaram & Marwaha, 2024). Common triggers include being in crowded places, using public transportation, standing in […]