seizures are categorized into which two types

Seizures are categorized into two main types: generalized seizures and focal seizures. Generalized seizures involve abnormal electrical activity that affects both sides of the brain simultaneously, often leading to loss of consciousness or awareness and widespread body movements. Examples include tonic-clonic seizures, absence seizures, and myoclonic seizures. Focal seizures, also called partial seizures, originate in just one area or one side of the brain. They may or may not affect awareness and can cause various symptoms depending on the brain region involved. Focal seizures are subdivided into focal onset aware seizures (person remains conscious) and focal onset impaired awareness seizures (awareness is impaired). These two categories are distinguished primarily by where the seizure starts in the brain and how they affect awareness and body movements.