Informative Speech Outline On Epilepsy

Outline Format

Title: The Dangers of Epilepsy Name: Martin Ortega Class: COMS 105 Date: 4/11/17

Specific Purpose: At the end of my speech, the audience will understand what epilepsy is, what the symptoms are, and how it is treated.

Preview of Main Points: I am briefly going to discuss what epilepsy is and how it is caused, the symptoms and warning signs of epileptic seizures, and the best treatments for epilepsy.

Introduction

They can lead to brain disorders which will then follow up with other health problems throughout the body. According to the Mayo Clinic Staff found on the article, “Epilepsy,” of mayoclinic.org of 2015, every one in four young adults either have or know someone who has epilepsy.

Central Idea: I remember in elementary school, my fourth grade teacher had a seizure during class. My classmates and I were shocked and didn’t know what to do. Luckily there was another teacher next door and we were able to get help. Later when she recovered she had told us she was diagnosed with epilepsy. One must seek help immediately if someone is having a seizure.

Establish credibility: I have done hours of research and have found many credible sources.

First, I will inform you of what epilepsy is and what causes it, then I will explain the symptoms that occur before and after epileptic seizures, and finally lastly I will discuss the best treatments for epileptic

III. There are various forms of treatment for epilepsy, some which can prevent seizures and others that can stop a seizure in motion.

A. There are two main treatments to prevent seizures which are stated in, “New-onset focal epilepsy in adults” written by Murthy, J.K. found on Neurology India of 2017.

1. The first form of treatment is antiepileptic drugs or AEDs, which has been proven to gradually decrease the amount of seizures by 80%.

2. Surgery is another alternative for treatment but is most commonly used for patients with severe cases of epilepsy. This is also proven to help prevent seizures.

B. Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a chemical found in marijuana which has been proven to stop a seizure in motion says Geffery, A.L. in the article, “Drug-drug interaction between clobazam and cannabidiol in children with refractory epilepsy” found on Epilepsia of 2015.

Signpost : We have gone over,

Conclusion

(Review each main point) : what epilepsy is, what causes it, what the symptoms are, and what the treatments are.

(Summarize overall theme): Now that you have learned how dangerous epilepsy can be, do not ignore the signs and always seek immediate help for