The upside of epilepsy: Theories of an evolutionary paradox

Abstract The persistence of common, heritable conditions, like epilepsy, that are associated with reduced reproductive fitness is an evolutionary paradox. Endogenous analgesic, anti‐depressant, and inflammatory mechanisms able to repair compromised functions can offer advantages in unexpected crises...

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Main Authors: Alyssa Ailion, Christoph Helmstaedter, Annamaria Vezzani, Matthias J. Koepp
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2025-08-01
Series:Epilepsia Open
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/epi4.70088
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