Legalization of Medical Marijuana: The Impact on Those Living With Chronic Health ConditionsSurveys show a majority of people in the United States are in favor of legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. As...reactionscomments
My Son's Epilepsy Diagnosis: Now What?I can remember sitting in the neurologist's office hearing that my son, Matthew, has epilepsy. The day was October 31, 2008, 2...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocates: Who Has Supported Your Epilepsy Journey?Epilepsy is hard. Period. Whether it's navigating medication options, enduring daily side effects, fearing the next seizure, or facing judgments and stigma...reactionscomments
Epilepsy Awareness Month 2022 Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the I Am More Than My Epilepsy Awareness Package Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR...reactionscomments
In America: What's That?The In America survey is now closed. When people hear "epilepsy," they might think of what they have seen on TV or...reactionscomments
Getting a Second OpinionA diagnosis of any disease or life-altering condition like epilepsy can be overwhelming. You may have many questions about your diagnosis. You...reactionscomments
EpilepsyDisease.com Giveaway Terms and ConditionsThese Official Rules apply to any giveaway (or "Promotion") published on EPILEPSYDISEASE.COM, a Health Union ("Health Union" or "We") owned and operated...reactionscomments
The Emotional Toll of EpilepsyThe burden of epilepsy is that it follows you wherever you go. Before my brain surgery, it started the moment I woke...reactions13comments
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
Being a Friend to Someone With EpilepsyI had been alone in my journey of being an epileptic person. I never shared my epilepsy story with anyone. I felt...reactions3comments
What is a Mental Health Emergency?Mental health emergencies can look different for different people. They all can put you at risk of losing your life, getting into...reactionscomments
"D-Day" (Diagnosis Day): The Day Epilepsy Entered Our Lives"This probably means she won’t be able to get her driver’s license," I remember saying to my husband when we first received...reactionscomments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and LimitsFinding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Your insurance company must provide you...reactionscomments
Seizure Recovery: Who, What, Where, When, Why?Where am I? Why am I on the floor? What day is it? Did I have a seizure? When? Who was there?...reactions1comment
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be...reactionscomments
Being a Student With EpilepsyIt's not easy to be a student while living with a chronic illness. I am going to write about being a successful...reactionscomments
What is Medical PTSD?Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is anxiety in the aftermath of a traumatic event. You may think of it happening to a...reactionscomments
My Seizure Action PlanWhen I first found out about my seizure disorder I didn't know where to start. I had a list of "don'ts." "Don't...reactionscomments
What Is Brain Mapping?Before epilepsy surgery, your doctor will need critical information about your brain. They may turn to a technique called brain mapping to...reactionscomments
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)...reactions7comments
