Traumatic Brain Injury Caused My EpilepsyMy Name is Timmothy Cronen, and I am lucky enough to be here to explain my story to you all. I was...reactions3comments
From Pink to Purple Ribbons, We Need ActionNovember is designated as Epilepsy Awareness Month. After just finishing up advocacy during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I am a bit fatigued. I...reactionscomments
An Urge for an Ordinary DayBeing the parent to a young adult (23 years old) is tricky. He wants independence, to be like his friends, to not...reactionscomments
Understanding Photosensitive EpilepsyYou may wonder why I ask you to help raise awareness when you or your loved one might not have epilepsy, well...reactions4comments
How Can I Support a Friend or Family Member With Epilepsy This November?November is Epilepsy Awareness Month, and if you know someone living with epilepsy, this article will give you some practical ways to...reactions1comment
Resilience: A Defining Theme of EpilepsyI am always learning, relearning, applying, and reapplying what I learn. When you're living with epilepsy, this is a must! With November...reactionscomments
Treating Epilepsy: Risks, Side Effects, But Still No CureLiving with epilepsy can be unpredictable and challenging. When I've explained my medical journey to those who ask – when speaking about...reactions2comments
Working Through My Fears of SUDEPOne of the many uncertainties of epilepsy that always lingers in the back of my mind is the fear of sudden unexpected...reactionscomments
Spreading Epilepsy Awareness in "Non-Epilepsy" SpacesFor this year's Essence Festival of the Culture, I was able to have my first vendor booth for my epilepsy nonprofit, the...reactionscomments
Marijuana to Treat Epilepsy?Do you really want to be put on Charlotte's Web (cannabidiol/CBD), Epidiolex, or medical marijuana and wonder if a doctor with more...reactions2comments
Myths About Epilepsy vs. Facts About EpilepsyOver the years, I've learned that advocating for epilepsy is crucial to finding a cure. When I was younger, I didn't realize...reactions3comments
Getting Family Support: Do They Understand Your Epilepsy?Frequently, colleagues at my support group (and plenty of complaints in social media groups I watch) assure me that I'm not alone...reactions3comments
Financial Challenges of Epilepsy: Medication CostsHigh medication cost and availability have significantly impacted medical care. Unfortunately, increases in drug prices have made it difficult for many people...reactionscomments
Coping with Difficult Caregiver Decisions"We made the best decision based on the information we had at the time." It's the mantra I repeat to myself when...reactionscomments
Embarrassed or Embracing Epilepsy?Am I embarrassed by epilepsy? I will answer that in a short while. I was 10 when I had my first epilepsy...reactionscomments
I Was Just Diagnosed With Epilepsy... Now What?So, you have been diagnosed with epilepsy... What are your next steps? When a new diagnosis hits, you will have everyone and...reactions1comment
Explaining My Epilepsy To OthersIt has always been difficult to explain my epilepsy to my family and peers. There are a handful of reasons for this...reactions3comments
Navigating My Education With EpilepsyMany students who have journeyed through all levels of education carry with them stories of their experiences. And the opportunity for advanced...reactionscomments
Embracing My Dietary Lifestyle ChangeI realize that the food I consume significantly impacts my overall well-being and seizure control. A while back, I cut out added...reactionscomments
Seizure Smart Schools are Crucial for Teachers and StudentsSeizure education for teachers was something I'd never thought about while growing up because I wasn't diagnosed with epilepsy until my mid-20s...reactions4comments
