Why Epilepsy Makes Us Feel Like We're Not "Normal"There are plenty of people like me, who if they don't make a determined effort to laugh and mix with others, can...reactions2comments
Epilepsy Preparedness in Schools: A Mom's PerspectiveRecently I watched a news article about a local school that was able to save a young adult who was having a...reactions1comment
A Career Path Rerouted by EpilepsyI had to laugh. Cardboard boxes scattered across the floor in my new Minneapolis apartment. I unpacked 1 and reached in to...reactionscomments
My Pregnancy Care PlanAs the new year approached, I solidified my transition to my new neurologist. During our first meeting, we discussed my care plan...reactions3comments
Weight Management and Epilepsy - Take Our Quick PollsFor people living with chronic health conditions, managing weight can be a particularly challenging task. Balancing the demands of managing symptoms and...reactionscomments
The Emotional Impact of Caring for a Child With EpilepsyChildhood epilepsy can have long-term consequences for those with the condition. But epilepsy also affects the parents and caregivers of children who...reactions6comments
Adapting to Life With EpilepsyMy seizures started my sophomore year of college when I was involved in different clubs and organizations every day of the week...reactionscomments
Hating My Seizures, Loving My Family... and Finally Getting a VNSNothing – and I repeat nothing – has provoked more hatred from me than a particular restriction that was imposed upon me...reactions1comment
Seizure Precautions: Things I Do to Stay SafeSafety is so important. No matter how recent your last seizure was. If you are taking medication or are still diagnosed with...reactions5comments
Searching for the Right Medication: My Experience With KeppraWhen I was 18 (8 years ago), I recall wanting to switch from my 50mg carbamazepine medicine to Keppra (levetiracetam) after reading...reactions6comments
10 Things You Need To Know About EpilepsyEpilepsy is often overlooked and not talked about. Yet, it is a very common disorder around the world. First things first, what...reactionscomments
Pregnancy and Epilepsy: Top 3 QuestionsMy husband and I have decided we are ready to continue growing our family. Since we have made this decision, I have...reactionscomments
Experiencing Hyperemesis Gravidarum With EpilepsyBeing pregnant can often mean morning sickness, nausea, and vomiting are in store. And sometimes, this escalates to the next level... Hyperemesis...reactions2comments
"What-If" Moments When Living With EpilepsyA common thing ill and disabled people experience – like those of us with epilepsy – is grief and grieving the person...reactionscomments
When My World Changed: The Day of My First SeizureI remember the day of my first seizure like it happened yesterday. I remember sitting in 1 of my college classes, October...reactionscomments
Seizing the Day and Substitute Teaching!There's a job opportunity for the epileptic community with the nation's drought of teachers – and substitute teachers. From all the people...reactions4comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
Can Dogs Predict Seizures?I strongly support the use of seizure predicting dogs. The Epilepsy Foundation explains that it takes 6 months to 2 years to...reactionscomments
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
History of Epilepsy Awareness and Where We Are TodaySince 1969, the month of November has been named National Epilepsy Awareness Month by the Epilepsy Foundation. The color purple is symbolic...reactionscomments
