Transitioning From Pediatric to Adult CareSomeone diagnosed with epilepsy as a child will likely need to transition their pediatric-centered care to an adult setting before a certain...reactionscomments
Time For MedicationTime to talk about sticking to taking medication at the correct time. Now that I am seizure-free with medication, the feeling of being...reactions2comments
What Is Vagus Nerve Stimulation?Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is a type of epilepsy treatment that may stop or reduce seizures. A doctor implants a battery-powered device...reactionscomments
The Holidays – An Annual Reminder of Memory Loss"Do you remember a few years ago when we went skiing for the holidays? It was so much fun!!" My stomach sinks...reactions2comments
How to End Epilepsy Stigma: Fighting Stigma with Cinema"When will there be a cure?" Everyone is asking. Though underfunded, epilepsy research has made progress in recent years. The word "cure"...reactionscomments
My DiagnosisThe Seattle Rock ’n Roll Marathon led to my epilepsy diagnosis in 2010, but the road to truly understanding my seizures stretched...reactionscomments
Working Out With EpilepsyThere is so much mixed information about exercising with any type of seizure disorder. I want to start off by saying that...reactions4comments
What Is An Epileptologist, and When Should I See One?If you or a loved one has epilepsy, you may have heard the term epileptologist. You may have wondered what the word...reactionscomments
Epilepsy Diagnosis in One Word: FearFear. Such a scary word to understand, let alone speak of. As a writer, we face fear each and every time we...reactionscomments
Learning Seizure First AidNovember is Epilepsy Awareness Month! Time to find your smile and purple attire. Purple represents epilepsy awareness, and your smile represents your...reactions3comments
What Epilepsy Awareness Means to MeEpilepsy. I didn't know the existence of its name until I was 10 years old. I was a healthy baby and there...reactionscomments
Epilepsy Awareness & the Power of Shared SupportNovember is Epilepsy Awareness Month. This month is an important reminder for me of the 3.4 million people across America who are...reactions2comments
Where in My Brain Is a Seizure Happening?Epilepsy causes a burst of electrical brain activity that causes a range of physical and mental health issues. Symptoms can be mild...reactions2comments
The Ins and Outs of 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
The Latest in Wearable Electronic Devices for Seizure TrackingJust like a FitBit or an Apple Watch can log how many steps you take each day, wearable electronic devices can track...reactionscomments
Epilepsy and Alcohol: Is It Safe to Drink?Many of us have a glass of wine or a bottle of beer to unwind or celebrate. Or, we drink simply because...reactionscomments
Epilepsy In the Black CommunityEpilepsy can affect anyone no matter their age, gender, ethnicity, or race. However, Black people living with the condition face unique challenges...reactions3comments
Epilepsy and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with...reactionscomments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a type of research. Research is the process scientists use to explain how our bodies work or why...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial GlossaryClinical trials have a language of their own. It helps to understand the common terms used when describing a clinical trial before...reactionscomments
