grand mal - A grand mal seizure — also known as a tonic-clonic seizure — features a loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions. It's the type of seizure most people picture when they think about seizures in general. these are the type of seizures that shawn has.

cawed - the cry of a crow, rook, or raven. thats the sound that the crow made while shawns dad was talking to him.

republican - an advocate of a republic. a government party.

systemic - affecting an entire system.the reflex that happens beacuse he cant move his muscles.

brewskies - a serving of beer. what shawns brother was talking about on the phone with his friend.