Living with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome | Living with LGS

Often parents of children with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) feel helpless or alone. It is important to remember that there are many things you can do to help protect your child. Living with your child’s LGS requires not only a team of professionals,¹ but also support from your entire family.

This section will help you get organized and remind you of the things you can control. Whenever you feel overwhelmed, remember what you and your family can do, and know when to reach out for help.

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Reference:
^1.	Arzimanoglou A, French J, Blume WT, et al. Lennox-Gastaut syndrome: a consensus approach on diagnosis, assessment, management, and trial methodology. Lancet Neurol. 2009;8:82-93.

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