2026 MEGA Mild to Moderate Cross Categorical Special Education Complete Practice Test

Anticonvulsants often slow brain activity, and sedation is a common early effect as the body adjusts to the medicine. This makes drowsiness or fatigue the most likely side effect you’d see in a high school student taking these drugs to control seizures. The sleepy feeling shows up as reduced alertness and slower reaction times, which is important for daily activities and safety at school. Fever isn’t a typical side effect of anticonvulsants, and while confusion can occur with some medications in certain people, it’s not as common in otherwise healthy adolescents. Hyperactivity would not be expected because these drugs usually dampen activity rather than boost it. If drowsiness is troublesome, talking with the prescribing clinician about dosing timing or alternatives can help, and staying mindful of safety during activities is important.