For example, if learning problems emerge because of seizures or medications, tasks that were previously routine may become more difficult and your child may see her classmates moving ahead at a faster pace, one that she cannot maintain. Some specific learning problems that children with epilepsy can experience are: 1  academic problems: difficulties with reading, writing, and math. 2  language problems: difficulties with comprehension, speech, and communication.  attention and concentration problems: a child may be inattentive, hyperactive, or both.