TLEHi All I’m Michele from the U.K. I’m 62 and have had TLE (temporal lobe epilepsy) or focal epilepsy since I was 11. It’s good to share stories. My worst...reactions1replyCognitive IssuesCoping
God has a sense of humorRecently I have been diagnosed with Epilepsy, when I say recently, I mean 3 years ago. Let me just put this out there, I am a terrible patient and I...reactions2repliesCoping
Loneliness isn't just a feeling Loneliness can be • feeling unseen • feeling unheard • feeling disconnected...reactions2repliesCaregivingAwarenessCoping
FeaturedUnveiling the Truths About Living With EpilepsyLiving with epilepsy can be challenging, so we'd like to create a space where you can share what you find most challenging about managing epilepsy. What are the some of...reactions5repliesMental HealthCopingAwareness
FeaturedSeizure care as someone with epilepsyAs someone with epilepsy, how do you want to be cared for when you have a seizure?...reactions17repliesTips & AdviceMental HealthCoping
Epilepsy Pamphlet Project QuestionsHi!! My name is Tiera My high school has a required senior project that all seniors have to do in order to graduate. We are allowed to choose our project...reactions2repliesCopingAwarenessNewly Diagnosed
What has been your most embarrassing epilepsy moment?Awkward moments can be hard to open up about, but sharing can help us see we are not alone in these experiences....reactions17repliesCoping
More than epilepsyMy 33 year old daughter Deb was diagnosed with Tuberous Sclerosis in 1990. She presented with infantile spasms at 7 months of age. Despite many meds and ketogenic diet she...reactions2repliesAwarenessCaregivingCoping
How has epilepsy impacted your relationship with your family?How well does your family understand your epilepsy? Do your family members fully understand how epilepsy impacts you? Are they familiar with the side effects of your medications and how...reactions11repliesIntimacy & RelationshipsCopingCognitive Issues
Keppra RageI am 57 years and on a strong dose of Keppra plus tegretol and clobazm. I have dealt with several major life events over the last 4 years. My seizures...reactions5repliesCoping