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Having epilepsy, it is so important that we listen to our bodies and ensure that we are getting enough rest. Easier said than done – without a doubt for many...

"Why?" It's the question I asked myself over and over after my daughter's epilepsy diagnosis and throughout much of the next year of failed medications and failed brain surgeries. "Why...

No epilepsy journey is the same. Its ups and downs, its challenges and obstacles – epilepsy can take its toll. But like all of life's hardest parts, it also can...

Epilepsy is often overlooked and not talked about. Yet, it is a very common disorder around the world. First things first, what is epilepsy? It's a disorder that causes seizures...

When it comes to receiving epilepsy care, finding the right doctor can make all the difference. Whether it's having deep knowledge of anti-seizure drugs, being easily accessible for questions, or...

When Matthew was born, he was full term, had a high Apgar score and was just as perfect as a baby could be. He hit all his milestones as any...

For those living with epilepsy, it can feel like others just don't get it. Seizures, medications, side effects, anxiety, stigma... Epilepsy can affect so many aspects of everyday life. Managing...

"We made the best decision based on the information we had at the time." It's the mantra I repeat to myself when the feeling of guilt starts to creep in...

Epilepsy is unpredictable. Knowing if or when the next seizure will strike can cause immense stress and anxiety. These feelings can weigh heavy on someone living with a seizure disorder...

Treating epilepsy is not an exact science. For each individual patient, what works and what doesn't work will vary. An anti-seizure drug that works for one person may not work...

Surveys show a majority of people in the United States are in favor of legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. As of early 2022, cannabis for medical use, or...

I can remember sitting in the neurologist's office hearing that my son, Matthew, has epilepsy. The day was October 31, 2008, 2 days away from his 6th birthday. It was...

Epilepsy is hard. Period. Whether it's navigating medication options, enduring daily side effects, fearing the next seizure, or facing judgments and stigma – people living with epilepsy can have a...

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The In America survey is now closed. When people hear "epilepsy," they might think of what they have seen on TV or in a movie. A convulsive seizure, someone falling...

A diagnosis of any disease or life-altering condition like epilepsy can be overwhelming. You may have many questions about your diagnosis. You may also be curious about your treatment options...

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The burden of epilepsy is that it follows you wherever you go. Before my brain surgery, it started the moment I woke up each morning. Did I get at least...

People with chronic health conditions like epilepsy often face complex treatment plans and multiple doctor visits. Brain fog, fatigue, and problems concentrating are frequent side effects too. That is why...

I had been alone in my journey of being an epileptic person. I never shared my epilepsy story with anyone. I felt too insecure to share my story. And I...