What Do Absence Seizures Look Like?

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Tourette's syndrome is a neurological condition and disability which causes involuntary movements called tics. I use my platforms on social media such as TikTok, KZbin and Instagram to advocate and raise awareness for the condition and show what it is like living with a disability as a teen in school.
My name is Zara Beth (zeezee25 on tiktok) and I post videos about tics, tic disorders and what its like to be a teen living with Tourette's syndrome, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and a seizure disorder (NEAD/NES).
I show what its like having tics and Tourettes in class and in school and college, vlog, and I also bake, do other challenges and answer all your questions in Q and A videos.
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[@littlefox2222]

I never knew there were kinds of seizures. I just thought it was the one kind that is shown on tv shows. You learn something new everyday!!

[@sofiavelilla5283]

You’re so brave, showing us what you go through everyday. You are the strongest person I know.❤❤

[@riceboy3446]

Seriously I can't watch this it makes me terrified 😂

[@HussyBerg]

The meat riding is insane

[@milkz101]

@@HussyBerghonestly, but with all the people faking conditions for clout this is the least of our concern. at least this one is a real one

[@GalaticHunter]

you exaggerated but ok

[@andrewhall7176]

How is she brave for being an attention whore?

[@boopboop3416]

I suffer with absence seizures since around 6 years of age I’m now 23 and haven’t met another person with them it’s nice that your showing people because if I mention it I feel like someone’s going to think I’m either faking or not listening or spacing out and I get scared like people think I’m using it as a excuse 😂 nice to see it being put out there not all epileptics are up the floor having convolutions (although I do have grand malls too)

[@Eyedontjudge]

My 9 year old daughter has many types of epilepsy, but the absences are the ones we see the most. Can u explain how you feel when it happens so we can understand her better? (She has ASD &finds it difficult to explain) x

[@zacharyhightower9062]

⁠@@EyedontjudgeI have generalized idiopathic absence epilepsy with seizures and have had them for about a decade. They’re really wide-ranging in how they feel, and everyone feels things differently (so take this with a grain of salt) but here are MY most common types (these aren’t medical terms, just things I tell family and friends to help explain): Full Seizure-you’re fully unconscious, it doesn’t rly feel like anything. (Think a record skipping) Full Myoclonic seizure (seizure with small jerks)- same deal but with soreness from the repeated movement Half seizure or discharge-you can’t control your body but you’re still semiconscious. Sounds and feelings filter in, but they’re hard to put together. Cluster- a bunch of seizures put together. Can be really debilitating. Dizziness, fatigue, and sometimes even losing the ability to read are common for me. I like to describe my brain like a sequined pillow. W/o meds t the world feels disjointed and hard to focus on (the sequins standing on end) but when I eventually take them my thoughts smooth out again.

[@sherreesecoleman5241]

I suffer from them too but I actually pass out for little bit when I have mine

[@Eyedontjudge]

@zacharyhightower9062 this is a fantastic description and the most detailed I have ever had explained to me. Thankyou SO much for sharing something so personal - I really appreciate it and will also share this with her teachers

[@Eyedontjudge]

@@sherreesecoleman5241 do you pass out from absences?

[@bingolinging]

I remember that one girl in the background noise on your channel saying you were faking it for attention or smth like that. It's very brave of you to go out in media and raise awareness of what sezuires can actually look like.

[@MsJocelynC]

Kind of scary that these can be so subtle…Thank you for sharing so that I can be aware for others ❤️

[@alexbrucker2555]

Thanks for your braveness to share your struggle in this lovely way. You are teaching and encouraging me in my Bubble.

[@Ragnar_ice-veins]

As someone who also lives with this, I appreciate you posting this and bringing awareness to it.

[@Sun.n.Flowers]

I know this is months old but I have been enjoying your videos. I see you've uploaded recently, glad you're thriving! Be blessed and in good health. God bless you always and protect you.

[@denielf.7169]

when i was in 3-5th grade i had absence seizures and i kept gettin in trouble at school and at home until a school nurse noticed i would zone out. my mom said she cried when the neurologist confirmed my seizures after an eeg and she watched them as they put me in a seizure manually by blowing on a fan. i hope these dont happen very often and that your meds help as mine helped me.

[@_taexjia_]

Literally, you're such a blessing :) trust me.... going through this much and still trying your best to work and be happy :(( ... keep going girl !...and never feel alone cuz we all are with youu!!! Sending lotsssssss of love

[@tinarundle1365]

I got kicked in the head by my horse. Since then i have seizures. Some are absent seizures. Others are full body seizures to where i just freeze. Basically tonic colonic or grand mal. Thank you for showing what you go through so that the rest of us dont feel like we are the only ones going through this

[@rayjenkins9669]

Same here but probably years of wrestling and me doing *“stupid boy”* stuff😂

[@MaknaeChuOffical]

Your so pretty 🩷 Hope your okay after these

[@jasons4645]

It just looks like your thinking critically on what you just heard/read. Im sorry you have to go through with this. Your doing an amazing job dealing with everything!!

[@StupiidLuciid]

I never knew there were different types of seizures until I found your channel, thank you for educating and raising awareness! ❤

[@nouralabase6302]

Thank you!! It takes courage to show the world what it’s like being in your shoes! ❤

[@TonicSir]

You are amazing and strong woman.

[@Porter5habazz]

Aww 😢😢🙏🏿🙏🏿I’m So sorry you have to go through this. So proud of you for continuing to push through. I know it’s not easy sometimes.

[@tamsims1968]

What I find interesting about absence seizures is the broad spectrum of how they look. Mine look very different to this and I know others who all have different types of absence seizures for different lengths of time with different post ictal. I think visibility is key

[@Lace_Face_]

Youre so strong its ok don't get embarrassed I'm anyone bully's you we've got you GIRL POWER!!!!!!

[@lauraeltringham5940]

Have you ever injured yourself badly from a tic. You're so strong! I love that your content shows awareness.

[@lila_honey]

You are so strong and brave I respect you and your illness. You are so brave to show us what you are going through❤💕

[@keithhuber6739]

Hey it's gonna be okay, I know how it feels, you are so brave .❤

[@MayKnight-bc2om]

Girl ur so brave if that happened to me I would have all kind of questions and I would be crying anyway hope u have a good day stay strong love ya girly

[@Joelamgengineering]

Thank you for sharing this!!

[@kylee426]

hope your okay

[@rrwoods05]

This must really take its toll on you. I see it. But i also see determination and strength. ❤️

[@SuziAAAAAAAAAA]

OMGGGG it's looks really horrible, LIKE seeing this from outside makes me feel so sad! You are so strong!❤

[@BigBlue-xt9ss]

It must be rough living with your condition and I have so much empathy and compassion in your life and everyday I am so proud to see how far you’ve come over the years! I AM PROUD OF YOU ZARA! ❤❤❤ (happy pride 🌈🏳️‍🌈)

[@kgsterling]

she is so pretty omgoshhhh

[@ST4RBOYHASTOURETTES]

I love your Chanel so much it’s probably my favorite channel I never feel alone because of you!❤

[@Crazymum34]

You are so brave and strong you really are ❤ going through what you do daily and your still going and giving everything your best. Your an amazing, strong, inspiring person you really are i mean everything I've said from the bottom of my heart ❤️ it couldn't of been easy to go through what you do and you are still standing tall and strong truly amazing ❤ From the UK

[@standardnerd9840]

People that have this: When it happens do you “dream” for that brief period? Does it feel like you’re very tired while it’s happening and then you’re ok right after?

[@bluethebunnylord9274]

Thank you for showing this! I now have a good visual of what my character’s seizures might look like

[@ebunoluwaodubekuuhdexbo6650]

you are soooooo brave

[@XxxxNyxiaxxX]

Your so pretty😮

[@Tinycelebi]

Its not only not fully coming out of the seizure they also come in clusters

[@1TZ_D3V1LZ]

You’re so incredibly brave for showing what you go through ❤ I do have a question though, do you ever get hurt with drop seizures?

[@random-demon]

I used to have seizures, and to this day people still bully me about it (even though I haven’t had one in years because of my amazing meds). Thank you so much for normalising it and spreading awareness ❤ Love ya

[@someonecool88]

zara seems like the best person to be friends with even if she has tics/tourettes,absence seizures i still want to be her friend

[@DINO37874]

ok so a small comment, uh so saying like “even if” can be kind of hurtful, but i see what you’re saying and yes, i would love to be her friend too.

[@someonecool88]

@@DINO37874 oh,i didnt really know it was rude,but ty for letting me know

[@DINO37874]

@@someonecool88 of course! 🫶

[@VeronicaGorositoMusic]

Because she's pretty? And...what if she wasn't? 🤔

[@Seceilia09]

Question???? When you have absent seizures do you see anything or can you still see what’s infront of you another question??? Can you still here Whaterver is going on around you??

[@IloveSituandbob]

Thank you 😊

[@arielalvarado22]

You are so beautiful 😍❤ I am a new follower , I really admire you

[@MrGoldMan]

❤ I wish the best for you.

[@moxxgh2293]

You are so pretty. You are like my dream girl.

[@The_Hairy_Hermit]

Sounds like a 70s Hub flick, so i have been told 😅

[@karu4115]

if you don't mind, could you explain what happens from your perspective when you have a seizure? are you conscious?

[@lajoyous1568]

I was curious as well.

[@zrytix]

for absence seizures you are unconscious, and most of the time you won't really realise that its happened. im not sure about others since i only struggle with absence ones, but i would think some are the same or youll have gaps in your memory

[@lonniemason3084]

How do you manage at school/college when you're have absent seizures and fainting so often? You must lose track of what's being said. Thank you for sharing your story, i really enjoy watching your videos. 😊

[@hollydennison159]

How hard is it to catch up on your studies when this happens? I mean, it's obviously during your lessons, and it looks like you might miss quite a bit, but does it actually interfere with how you learn?? It looks like you're doing really well!!!❤

[@Zara_Beth]

the first year, it was near impossible... i almost dropped out! 🙈 but i've managed myself and my conditions so much better this year so i've finished and done okay!

[@isysse]

I been thought slightly this and I didn’t think this is part of a seizure.😮🙏🏽

[@Nozal]

Used to do that a lot when I was like 11, everytime I wanted to open a door I would just stand there and not move for like 20 seconds or more until someone shakes me or something and it’s really awkward. when these happens all i could remember is seeing a white void. and don’t get me started on school.

[@Jose-lk8or]

I had them growing up. Found a bread doctor and we started with keppra. Thru a 10 yr we were reducing the dozes. Now have been seizure free for a year. 😊 So happy. There's hope ppl never give up God bless everyone

[@Skriel]

You are just amazing. You'd be surprised at how many hate comments there are on this

[@rafaelguzman9998]

I feel you, I get same thing..

[@nataliefreed4224]

Is the chin jerk, and looking up a tic, or a seizure? Just found your page so I don't want to ask anything wrong. I just have had that kinda thing for a bit, and I don't know why, even when I am asleep my boyfriend notices my sudden movements. Anyway, thank you for sharing your story and hope you are doing well, I appreciate the awareness. Also you're gorgeous! 😊

[@Bordi88]

I have focal aware seizures (FAS) also called "aura" seizures and I just started college this week! They aren't to this extent, they are just a little... weird. Thank you for educating people on this unfiltered reality and for being so brave to do so!

[@asl2mckays]

If you find your focal seizures are interfering with your learning (and you are in the US) you can request reasonable accommodations such as a note taker or record lectures under the Americans with Disabilities Act. That way, you can go back later and fill in any gaps in your own notes during the periods you were having a seizure. Best wishes to you 🥰

[@Bordi88]

@@asl2mckays I still need to get around to doing this! Thank you for the reminder!!

[@emmynother1164]

FINALLY! Someone else with focal seizures!

[@Ellaalwine15]

@@emmynother1164I also have focal seizures I have( focal cortical dysplasia) since I was 8 now 15 still have them just not as bad but I also had 3 brain surgery’s when I was 10 and 11 so yeah

[@estebencampos146]

Having epilepsy honestly irritates tf outta me cuz I can’t even go to a concert without having to step away from the stupid lights. I will be getting prescribed glasses for it soon🤷🏽‍♂️

[@kaleidoscopingme]

Omg thats literally me. Thanks now i know whats pausibly going on.😌

[@peggycarter6460]

I wonder when it's over do you remember it happening or do you feel like you lost a bit of time and does the antiepileptic treatment really help?appreciate the video so much btw

[@Flower-qk1ev]

I hate my epilepsy seizures. It feels like just dying and coming back to life with no memory of the seizure.

[@Adventures_With_Rain]

This might be weird to say, but you are absolutely gorgeous.

[@rayjenkins9669]

*⚠️WARNING⚠️* This is long ash but… I have seizures as well but I have grand maul seizures, which is the same as a clonic seizure. Basically your body, arms, and legs will contract, extend, shake-a *clonic* period (contraction and relaxation of the muscles), followed by the postictal period. During the postictal period, which results in being sleepy, having problems with vision or speech, and may experience a migraine, fatigue, or body aches. From my knowledge (because I never remember anything a little before or after I have them). I have them and then wake up idk how long later, once was about 2-3 days when I had my first ones since I was around 3 due to high fever. A few times I believe I was only out about an hour or so. The first time I had a seizure since then was I think in March last year. It happened when I was driving home after a little argument with my then girlfriend at the time and was on the road below my house right up a hill to the left. I crashed into someone’s parked car and totaled theirs and mine. I woke up in the hospital in a *DIAPER* around 2-3 days later (I don’t remember😅) and I didn’t have a single scratch or bruise on me thank God🙏🏽☝🏽❤️‍🔥. However they said when I woke up in the ambulance that I was confused and started fighting them, it took about 3 of them to hold me down and strap me in😭💀 I guess I thought I was getting kidnapped or something and was *NOT* having it😂 later found out in the hospital about everything, and also that they had to take my license away for 8 months and said I couldn’t join the military for 8 years😭 some bs if you ask me. And what would trigger your tics if you don’t mind me asking?

[@sethjarvie3510]

Super pretty

[@doseitlooklikeik]

my friend has these all the time

[@Sameq6798]

Aww I feel so bad for you❤ I’ve had a seizure before and it sucks I was feeling nauseous then when it went away I got in the car then I felt dizzy then I layed down and was fine after that I just don’t eat stuff that’s very flavorful anymore in the morning bc I will feel sick so I eat very bland stuff or don’t eat at all

[@luciousquinctiuscincinnatu8131]

Question well, maybe more than one. When someone has a condition like this, would you like someone to do something? Should they be doing something? Whats the best way to accommodate someone without hindering their ability to participate or make them feel uncomfortable by standing out uncomfortably.

[@Gabby_SoGabby]

Has anyone ever snitched on you for being “asleep” in class when really it’s just a seizure? (Meaning like they didn’t know that you had seizures or something along those line) Btw I love watching your channel so I can be more educated on stuff that I didn’t know about.❤❤

[@LilyDupreez-iu7rb]

I have this quite severely and i literally just stare at a random object my eyes drift to for atleast a minute

[@insertsmthcoolpls]

i don’t remember the technical name for these types of seizures but do you get the shaky seizures where you fall to the floor shaking? i get them a lot like at least twice a day and it’s really hard as a small con tent creator to film stuff while having a seizing episode

[@tonyaboggs5367]

Just curious when did the seizures start and when did the fainting start what did you get diagnosed. Please do the other q&a or storytime

[@sallycreber7108]

Gosh the atonic sezirue looks scary😮

[@Joy-qz7hi]

I have a question if that’s ok; do you ever pretend to faint in class when you are really tired and just want to sleep?! Lol I love your videos

[@PoppySeverns]

Usually when u faint it onlg lasts minutes so if u pretend and fall asleep you would notice

[@hemmi2988]

I'm waiting for a video monitoring EEG. Until now, I didn't believe the doctors that it could be epilepsy, but this is exactly what's happening to me 🙈 Do you have any medication that will help you get rid of it, or not? Pills don't help me.

[@EliseCarolineexx]

i just turned 30 on the fifth of may and had my first horrible seizure that sent me to ICU for 4 days last week....I was suffering small dream like episodes before but I had no idea they were seizures....

[@georginafg3626]

My sibling has FND and Absence seizures, is there anything I can do to help them while it happens? I want to be there for them in the best way possible ❤

[@ventaliq]

true i want to know too

[@ADHDTeenager]

I knew someone who brought a bracelet with something on it and chewed it in class and had seizures she had about 4 a day before they figured out what was causing it

[@joys2363]

Did you never hurt yourself with falling down on your face with your glasses? I think you are really brave to show the world how it is to live with all the things you have to deal with and bring awareness ❤️ 💕

[@Xorri_Star]

I have a question, have you ever had a dangerous seizure in class, as in like one that could hurt you, physically or mentally? (Only answer if you are comfortable I don’t want to push u)

[@candiedblxxd]

How do you know the difference between a tic and a seizure? I feel like some of my 'tic attacks' have actually been seizures, especially since I usually feel dissociated/spacey when they happen

[@Sprinkles-is-confused]

i have the same question

[@Oceansteve]

I hope you get course work support.

[@nefelibee]

Im sry, ik this is off topic but ur so pretty

[@_your_favv_gIrl_]

Do any seizures hurt? ❤️ I love you and you look so beautiful and I hope you are healthy where you are and with what you are doing!! 🤪😊

[@kaitkat3034]

Maybe you can use a plane neck pillow for your neck tics?

[@teelesynclair5902]

Ive took seizures, convulsions from heat but mainly as a child. They referred to my seizures as febrile convulsions. I do not know what a seizure feels like. I have 0 recollection as i mainly took them as a kid like 27 years ago 😅 i had a big seizure after i fainted and hit my head. Well, i dunno if i overheated then keeled over, whacking my head on a big metal shop door handle, or did i get dizzy and seize after hitting my head? I honestly have no recollection, i literally lost 3 hours that night

[@sage5530]

i cant tell if im having small seizures or dissociative episodes :(

[@Sprinkles-is-confused]

neither can i

[@sage5530]

@@Sprinkles-is-confused i think its best for both of us to seek the help of a neurologist just to rule that out, because my tic attacks often appear similar to seizures and my tics were caused my medication, not tourrettes, i think it could be a possibility but im hoping not.

[@Sprinkles-is-confused]

@@sage5530 yeah definitely trying to get an appointment with mine to figure this out. i just had Tourette's beore my heath spiral so i know its not medications it just got worse with more stress and i have no idea about the seizure vs tic vs dissosation vs a handful of my other problems that can look similar lol. definitely should reach out to your doctor.

[@charlenes5]

I am so sorry for asking but what were your first signs when you were diagnosed with it because l have a daughter whom has tics but we don't know whether or not they get worse over time thank you for sharing from concerned parents in New Zealand

[@LEEC55555]

There are other ways too… maybe scary but we get though them in the end

[@BIGDADDYBOTO]

❤you look so cute doing that❤

[@Kdannyst]

I am almost 30 and today I found out there are different types of seizures.

[@michaelschrammel8800]

u are strong and beautiful :) just want u to know.

[@SydneyRoseCo.]

Is it possible to ever dream when you faint?

[@SystemError1466]

I think she’s said that she personally hasn’t, but it’s definitely possible to dream during a seizure/fainting episode. You can also hallucinate, although from what I’ve heard they aren’t usually super detailed hallucinations.

[@Wild_croissant.]

Can someone please comfort me im worried :(

[@raenicole2354]

I don't know if anyone can answer this but when you have these seizures are you semi-conscious? Can you hear the people around you or are you totally gone? Also does it make you dizzy?

[@aw3s0me_sauce]

I feel like this might be an obvious question; But when you have an absent seizure does it feel like your zoning out?

[@Ava.766]

When you are having a seizure can you still hear everything that’s going around on you?

[@Charlotteyourfellowperson]

Ive got a question if thats okay have you ever been sitting on a chair then you fall backwards of the chair when having a seizure its okay if you dont wanna answer have a good day or night

[@AbbieLawson-i6f]

Hi Zara, I'm currently experiencing a lot of absent seizures on a daily basis. They look similar to yours without the head drop. Doctors think it could be FND or epilepsy. I know it's possible to have FND and epilepsy. How long did it take you to get a diagnosis?

[@SydneyPatterson-er3tx]

So when seizures like this are happening what are you feeling. Are unconscious or just a little out of it

[@therianweeb]

does it work if I'm just staring, but my head doesn't drop? it happens to me more than I feel it should.

[@mayassisfat]

hey zara, you are amazing and youve taught me so much. i have a friend who stuggles with seizures and Tourette's and I was wondering how you can tell the difference between ticks and a small seizure where it just looks like your convulsing? She has tick that look almost exactly like her small seizures so I'm wondering if there are anyways that I can tell between them

[@emmynother1164]

I have Tourette's and myoclonic seizures/jerks and I can usually tell the difference because mine usually happen before bigger seizures and aren't repetitive or "structured" in a way, but my tics are.

[@paigeprobert7592]

Hope you are ok Zara as bet you can never know when an absent seizure is about to happen a bit like me and migraines💜😞🩹

[@ДенчикВездекоп]

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