Question 1

does it happen that people get seizures caused by anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Possible, if: If you already have a seizure disorder, anxiety or high stress could trigger more seizures.  If you do not have a seizure disorder, anxiety can cause you to shake or tremble but not have an actual seizure.

Question 2

what to if i am on ativan (lorazepam) for my anxiety, and i was wondering if they caused seizures?

Accepted Answer

Only if: Only if you take them for a long time and with large quantities then you could become dependent on them.  If you are dependent and stop the medication abruptly then that could cause seizures.
They themselves don't cause seizures. They are used to treat seizures.

Question 3

can severe anxiety attack cause a seizure ?

Accepted Answer

Many things possible: Many things are possible in this life. If a person asks, "Can something happen...," the answer is almost always YES, because many things are possible, even if it might not happen but once in a billion times. So, the useful question is how likely is something to happen under what circumstances. Details like what exactly a person means by "anxiety attack," and her past medical history are important.

Question 4

what is a dissociative seizure?  is this related to anxiety so high it causes a seizure??  is memory loss assiciated with this?

Accepted Answer

Dx of exclusion: Hi David, dissociative seizures are non-epileptic and can be caused by a number of factors (extreme anxiety being one possibility); they require careful evaluation to determine etiology and treatment.  Amnesia is possible, but if the seizures are truly psychogenic, the loss is not due to nervous system damage, and should respond to appropriate treatment. Hope this is helpful. Take good care.

Question 5

can fear and anxiety cause seizure-like symptoms in a child?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Fear and anxiety can do a lot of things! they increase our adrenaline, exhaust our adrenal glands and the body will respond in various manners to it... It is best to see your physician and be evaluated and perhaps a neurologist to be sure it is not seizures. Biofeedback, hypnosis, counseling, and chinese medicine and homeopathy can all be helpful avenues to  decrease the fear and anxiety.

Question 6

is it possible that anxiety can cause neurological symptoms like a 'seizure' symptom?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes it is possible. But it is very important to rule out any kind of seizure disorder, medical or medication issues. See a physician and get checked out. If it is anxiety that is causing these symptoms there is effective psychological treatment for this kind of anxiety. Good luck and best wishes.

Question 7

i have severe anxiety that causes me to have seizures, are there any natural yet effective ways to calm myself? i lose sleep & appetite, & even cry?

Accepted Answer

If you have : A seizure disorder, it should be thoroughly evaluated by a neurologist and you probably should consider anti-seizure medication. If that is insufficient, anxiolytics may also help.  Further, you may consult with a therapist to help with the anxiety.

Question 8

is it possible for fear or anxiety to cause seizure symptoms, crying, clingy behavior in a 8 yr old?

Accepted Answer

Somewhat: It is certainly possible for fear and anxiety to cause clinging behavior in children. If he feels insecure, he will need more attention from you to reassure him. When children are really upset, they may hold their breath, which can cause passing out or convulsion like symptoms. Be reassuring and calm. If this continues, see a child therapist.

Question 9

i have what my dr has said is stress induced seizures. i feel like im out in spacre and then my head shakes, hands curl and my eyes blink uncontroably.. i have agoraphobia and a lot of other problems with anxiety and depression. can stress cause seizures.

Accepted Answer

Things to consider:: Has the appropriate testing done to confirm the type of seizures you are having.
Stress can indirectly affects seizure activity or onset by making you forget to take your medicine, increase your cortisol level which can affect the activity of seizures, cause you to have negative emotions which alters the limbic system in your brain. The limbic system is a common place for seizures to begin.

Question 10

can anxiety cause leg weakness on both legs and head buzzing? i am worried i have a brain tumor. no seizures or headaches or one sided symptoms. my legs both feel weak and my head is buzzing sometimes. mri of spine showed slight disk protrusion?

Accepted Answer

: Anxiety can cause almost anything but that combo would be unusually. Your body is talking to you.   Listen and take good notes.  Share with your team.   You all should be able to figure out what is going on.  There are a whole bunch of disks. Which was protruding?  Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar or what????

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I have severe anxiety that causes me to have seizures, are there any natural yet effective ways to calm myself? i lose sleep & appetite, & even cry?

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I have what my dr has said is stress induced seizures. i feel like im out in spacre and then my head shakes, hands curl and my eyes blink uncontroably.. i have agoraphobia and a lot of other problems with anxiety and depression. can stress cause seizures.

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