Finding a Support Person for Doctor AppointmentsPeople with chronic health conditions like epilepsy often face complex treatment plans and multiple doctor visits. Brain fog, fatigue, and problems concentrating...reactionscomments
What College is Right For You?The preparatory school that that I attended as a teen was a high school that I found while searching for a high...reactions1comment
My Epilepsy Support Group ExperienceI have multiple illnesses and disabilities so when I enquired about a support group for epilepsy, my GP at the time told...reactions1comment
Putting On My "I'm Fine" Face With EpilepsyIs it normal to say "I'm fine" when you're clearly not? Or perhaps it's easier than explaining your situation to those around...reactions1comment
What It's Really Like Living With Epilepsy Every DayEvery area of a person's life and daily experiences are impacted by epilepsy. This neurological condition causes unpredictable seizures that can vary...reactions3comments
Being Your Child’s Best AdvocateSome of the hardest moments in our journey weren’t hearing bad news. They were hearing, “Everything looks normal,” when I knew something...reactionscomments
Learning to Live With My Personal Epilepsy TriggersIn an earlier article I wrote about my top 3 seizure triggers – anxiety, overworking, and intense emotions. But when it comes...reactions13comments
Hearing "You Don’t Look Sick" When Living With EpilepsyLiving with epilepsy often means spending far too much time trying to educate people who do not understand your condition. You will...reactions18comments
Epilepsy and Alcohol: Safe Drinking Limits and Seizure RisksMany of us have a glass of wine or a bottle of beer to unwind or celebrate. Or, we drink simply because...reactionscomments
When Tests Are “Normal,” But Your Gut Says OtherwiseThere’s a moment many caregivers know all too well. You’re sitting in a doctor’s office, listening as results are explained. The scans...reactionscomments
Understanding Seizure Clusters in EpilepsyNearly half of all people with epilepsy can experience seizure clusters. Seizure clusters is the name for multiple seizures in one day...reactionscomments
Epilepsy and Driving: Finding Transportation OptionsDriving is such an essential part of most – but not all – people's lives. What if you can't drive? Every state...reactions7comments
How Gastroparesis Complicated My Epilepsy and Seizure ControlThis article is definitely gonna be for niche group of individuals, but these are things I wish I had known among a...reactions4comments
Navigating the Connection Between Epilepsy and PTSDPost-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD, is a mental health condition that can develop after someone has gone through or witnessed...reactions1comment
Epilepsy and Workplace Discrimination: Top Questions AnsweredNavigating the workforce is challenging with a chronic illness. Often questions arise before and after employment about your rights. What should I...reactions7comments
An Epilepsy Patient's Guide to Self AdvocacyWhen I first planned on writing this article I had every intention on speaking about how important it is to advocate for...reactions1comment
Spreading Positivity: A Break from Epilepsy's ChallengesSome days it may be hard to see past the symptoms and daily challenges, for you or for those around you. Those...reactionscomments
Why to Bring a Friend to Your Neurologist AppointmentsThis is advice I have for every doctor appointment. Specialists are not an exception to this rule. Bring a second person. There...reactions2comments
5 Helpful Tips for Epilepsy CaregiversReceiving a diagnosis of epilepsy can be a life-altering experience, not only for the person with the diagnosis, but also for the...reactionscomments
With Every Medication Comes a Side EffectA number of years ago, my epileptologist and I were discussing whether Lamictal XR or another drug should be tried. We decided...reactionscomments
