What causes absence seizures in adulthood? Risk factors and FAQ
Absence seizures usually occur due to atypical changes in brain activity. They tend to have a genetic cause. Although more common in children, they may persist into adulthood. Absence seizures are most common in children ages 4 to 14 but can extend into early adulthood and beyond. Individuals may have absence seizures for years before recognizing the issue. This is because absence seizures cause brief episodes of disconnection from the surrounding environment without causing body movements.
