The following are the common factors that can trigger seizure attacks:
- Not taking medication as directed
- Excessive fatigue and lack of sleep
- Emotional upset such as tension and overexcitement
- Fever, common cold
- Mental stress
- Drug abuse
- Excessive alcohol
- Menstruation
In a small number of patients, their seizure can be triggered by flashing light (such as disco lighting effects, flashes from some animations or video games) and strong lights.
