Epilepsy and AI: How Are You Using It for Your Health?Something has shifted in the last couple of years. A late-night symptom search now sometimes starts with an AI summary before it...reactionscomments
What to Know About Getting a Seizure Alert DogSpecially trained service dogs are tools that people with epilepsy can use to live a safer, more independent life. Service dogs can...reactions1comment
Navigating Anticonvulsant Side EffectsIf there's one thing people newly diagnosed with epilepsy will find out pretty quickly, it's that many anticonvulsants, or antiepileptic drugs (AEDs)...reactions8comments
Calming the Storm: How I Manage Epilepsy and Anger TriggersMy mom had a nickname for me during my teen years, but she didn’t mean it in a doting way: "Dr. David...reactions10comments
The History and Danger of the Seizure Spoon MythWhere did the spoon-in-mouth myth during a seizure come from? I always wondered where it came from. So I looked it up...reactions1comment
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
