Is epilepsy covered by the Disability Discrimination Act?

In terms of employment, there are different types of disability discrimination. People with epilepsy are covered by the Equality Act, even if their seizures are controlled, or they do not consider themselves to be ‘disabled’.

What is a reasonable adjustment for disability?

A ‘reasonable adjustment’ is a change to remove or reduce the effect of: an employee’s disability so they can do their job. a job applicant’s disability when applying for a job.

What is a disability related absence?

Disability leave is planned or unplanned time off from work for a reason related to someone’s disability. It is a type of ‘reasonable adjustment’ which disabled workers may be entitled to under the Equality Act 2010.

Can an employer count disability related absence as sickness absence?

It is essential that disability related absence is managed separately to sickness management. All disability related absence must be treated as unique to the individual and it is essential that organisations are able to provide flexible solutions when working with disability related absence.

When is epilepsy a disability?

Even when on medication people with epilepsy can experience seizures that leave the worn out and unable to function for days. If you have been diagnosed with epilepsy and you can’t work and you expect to be unable to work for at least 12 months you can file a claim for Social Security disability benefits.

Is having epilepsy a disability?

Epilepsy itself is not an intellectual disability. Epilepsy, however, is more common in people who live with an intellectual disability.

Do you have to tell your employer if you are disabled?

You do not have to tell your employer about your impairment or condition. Disabled people can experience discrimination at work, but talking with your employer could help you to get the support you need to do your job. …

How does disability leave work?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) refers to Disability Leave as giving workers who are substantially limited in one or more major life activities, due to a physical or mental impairment, the right to take a work leave of absence or to reasonable accommodation.

What illnesses are covered by the Disability Discrimination Act?

What counts as disability

• cancer, including skin growths that need removing before they become cancerous.
• a visual impairment – this means you’re certified as blind, severely sight impaired, sight impaired or partially sighted.
• multiple sclerosis.
• an HIV infection – even if you don’t have any symptoms.

Can I be dismissed if I have a disability?

Your employer cannot dismiss you just because you’ve become disabled. You can be dismissed if your disability means you cannot do your job even with reasonable adjustments.

When to apply for disability benefits for epilepsy?

If you have generalized tonic-clonic seizures, you will be approved for disability benefits if you have: seizures that occur at least once a month for three consecutive months; no marked limitation necessary. If you have dyscognitive (complex-partial) seizures, you will be approved for disability benefits if you have:

When to see an epilepsy specialist for absence seizures?

If the diagnosis is not clear or your child continues to have problems, see an epilepsy specialist (called an epileptologist). Kids who have absence seizures aren’t usually in danger during a seizure. However, absence seizures may cause your child to

How often do people with cognitive disabilities live with epilepsy?

People who live with a cognitive disability are more likely, than the general population, to also live with epilepsy. It is estimated that 1 in 4 people with a cognitive disability also live with epilepsy. The cognitive disability may be one that a person was born with or developed early in life.

When to ask for reasonable accommodation for epilepsy?

A request for reasonable accommodation also can come from a family member, friend, health professional, or other representative on behalf of a person with epilepsy. Example 11: A teacher tells her principal that she recently has been diagnosed with epilepsy and needs three weeks off to find out whether medication will control her seizures.