Melloney,
I have learned to never volunteer any more information than necessary on the application. Should he get interviewed, he should mention it and say that it's under control. Don't make a big deal of it though. Above all, he should give the employer a good first impression and emphasize his positive qualities. If he is hired without an interview, he should tell his co-workers and his employer as soon as he can, but again, he shouldn't make a big deal of it. Just let them know and then start working. That way, if he does have a seizure, it won't freak everyone out quite as much. I hope your son finds a job that suits him.
Mark
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> Hi, I'm a new member and I'm looking for some advice for my son. He is 15 years old and has had epilepsy for the las 18 months (seizures and absence seizures). He has good control now with his medication and hasnt had a seizure in 6 months.
> He has been looking for a after-school job and never knows what to say in the application form "health" questions. He knows he should mention his epilepsy but doesn't want to scare off a prospective employer.
> What should he write?
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