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Driving is a privilege that provides independence and convenience in our daily lives. But epilepsy can complicate a person’s ability to drive. Driving restrictions are often put in place for...

Being thankful is an important emotion in life. Whether the seizures are or are not well under control, emotions can be affected. I know other people who have epilepsy or...

After a year and five months of weaning off phenobarbital, I stopped the process. I stopped the process because I needed some normalcy again. I’m not sure if it was...

Epilepsy is a serious neurological disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Around 5 million people are diagnosed with the condition each year. But the burdens that people with epilepsy...

"Is having a relationship while having epilepsy possible?" This question has haunted me ever since I was a child. I was diagnosed with epilepsy at ten years old, and back...

There are many types of losses: friends or family moving away, someone passing away, a relationship ending, missing school due to hospitalization, or losing people due to different opinions about...

**The giveaway is now closed. Thank you for participating!** November is Epilepsy Awareness Month! In recognition of this important time of year, we invite you to reflect on the theme...

Living with epilepsy can be complex at time. I have been looking for the perfect medication combination for a year now. I have tried several medications, but it truly has...

There is a person I made friends with when we were both staying in the pediatric part of the hospital. He was eight, and I was ten, so there wasn’t...

I’ll always remember the last dance I had with my wife at a time when many would have identified us as “newlyweds.” It’s haunting because of a classic Keppra mood...

It's been a year on this journey of finding the right medication to replace phenobarbital. I won't lie. It has been challenging. I have dealt with a range of challenges...

Editor’s note: This article addresses the topics of suicide and self-harm. If you or someone you care about is experiencing suicidal thoughts, please reach out to the crisis lifeline by...

Sleep, a fundamental human need, has become an elusive luxury for me. Ever since my epilepsy began to worsen, I've found myself battling a constant fear of slumber. The mere...

Life as the founder of an epilepsy nonprofit has been a whirlwind of experiences. In July, I was able to pull my resources and network together for a good cause:...

The preparatory school that that I attended as a teen was a high school that I found while searching for a high school for students with disabilities. My neurosurgeon had...

About 2.4 percent of people who identify as LGBTQ+ have epilepsy. That is compared to 1.2 percent of cisgender heterosexual people. Cisgender means identifying as the same gender you were...

The way epilepsy is shown in the media can have a big impact on how people understand the condition. Unfortunately, portrayals can sometimes spread misinformation or overlook the real experiences...

I’ve shared about the challenges that can arise from medication side effects. There is another side to medication side effects than how they impact your own body. Currently, I’m facing...

My seizures are triggered in various ways. Like most people with epilepsy, we learn our triggers over time. I’ve learned my seizure triggers are lack of sleep, drinking, stress, and...

As the back-to-school season approaches, it's essential to address how adult students with epilepsy, particularly those who are nonverbal, and their caregivers can prepare for a successful academic year. Managing...