Going to Concerts and Movies With Photosensitive EpilepsyI love outdoor concerts! I have since I was a teenager. Fresh air and music with amazing people, it’s a great combination!...reactions7comments
Can You Die From Epileptic Seizures?Can you die from epileptic seizures? At first, I didn't want to know the answer, but my very first seizure was an...reactions3comments
Epilepsy and Migraines: A Pain in the HeadA quiet and dark room, cold compress, Ibuprofen, and Tylenol... Oh, migraine we meet again! At times I've had some truly debilitating...reactionscomments
Epilepsy Support Groups Give Us Superhero StrengthEven superheroes with amazing powers find enemies who are too overpowering to fight by themselves, but they're not too proud to team...reactionscomments
Worthy of WorkIf somebody is experiencing active, ongoing seizures then it can be hard to maintain a working position. Even when somebody's epilepsy is...reactions5comments
Epilepsy & My IdentityA person's identity is so important. Oxford Learner's Dictionary defines "identity" in three ways. Until a couple of years ago, my identity...reactionscomments
How Does Epilepsy Affect My Daily Life?Every area of a person's life and daily experiences are impacted by epilepsy. This neurological disease called epilepsy causes unpredictable episodes that...reactions3comments
Spreading Epilepsy Awareness Through MusicApril Rose Gabrielli is a pop musician and singer who released a song to spread epilepsy awareness titled "I Woke Up Alive."...reactionscomments
Little Seizures, Big Consequences: Recognizing Signs of Infantile SpasmsPrior to August 2020, I knew very little about epilepsy. What I did know came from movies and TV shows. I pictured...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
Tips for Traveling with Epilepsy"Pssss. YOU. I'm wantin' to break out of Epilepsy Prison tonight. Nice vacation... Wanna come? Here are some things you need to...reactionscomments
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...reactions5comments
My Experience With BriviactI feel confident in talking about my newest medication. I have now been on it for 366 days. (I want to make...reactions3comments
My First Seizure in 3 Years... And Accepting I Can't Control EpilepsyEpilepsy has been a part of my life since the age of 9 years old. Unfortunately, I often didn't know how to feel...reactions14comments
Epilepsy StigmaEpilepsy has been misunderstood and often viewed in a negative light throughout history. The word "epilepsy" comes from ancient Greek and means...reactions6comments
The School of EpilepsyAs a 33-year-old, I have learned a lot of lessons in my life. Sometimes from kind mentors and sometimes by life events...reactions7comments
Taking Anti-seizure Drugs When Pregnant: Is Your Baby at Risk?Women with epilepsy may need to take anti-seizure or antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) while they are pregnant. These medicines help stop uncontrolled seizures...reactions1comment
Uphill Both Ways: Transportation Challenges With EpilepsyDriving is such an essential part of most – but not all – people's lives. What if you can't drive? Every state...reactions7comments
Seizure PhobiaFeeling anxious during stressful situations is normal. But, when you feel anxious and worried most or all the time, you might have...reactions5comments
Mental Health and Living With Epilepsy in MalaysiaBefore we discuss mental health and epilepsy, let me talk a bit about where I am from. Malaysia is where I live...reactions1comment
