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Life as the founder of an epilepsy nonprofit has been a whirlwind of experiences. In July, I was able to pull my resources and network together for a good cause:...

The preparatory school that that I attended as a teen was a high school that I found while searching for a high school for students with disabilities. My neurosurgeon had...

About 2.4 percent of people who identify as LGBTQ+ have epilepsy. That is compared to 1.2 percent of cisgender heterosexual people. Cisgender means identifying as the same gender you were...

The way epilepsy is shown in the media can have a big impact on how people understand the condition. Unfortunately, portrayals can sometimes spread misinformation or overlook the real experiences...

I’ve shared about the challenges that can arise from medication side effects. There is another side to medication side effects than how they impact your own body. Currently, I’m facing...

My seizures are triggered in various ways. Like most people with epilepsy, we learn our triggers over time. I’ve learned my seizure triggers are lack of sleep, drinking, stress, and...

As the back-to-school season approaches, it's essential to address how adult students with epilepsy, particularly those who are nonverbal, and their caregivers can prepare for a successful academic year. Managing...

Editor's Note: Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your medication or treatment plan. Living with epilepsy means navigating the world of medication to find what works best...

Do you not fully understand epilepsy and seizures? If newly or not newly diagnosed, it is great to read books such as "Information About Epilepsy" and go to lectures in...

I want to talk about the changes that happened to my body after surgery, especially for my epilepsy and the tiredness felt by my body after taking my epilepsy medication...

While intended to ensure appropriate and cost-effective care, prior authorizations often create significant barriers to patients and caregivers. This can impede timely access to necessary medical interventions, like anti-seizure medications...

In today's diverse workplaces, I often face significant challenges due to stigma and discrimination associated with my epilepsy. Overcoming these obstacles requires a concerted effort from both individuals and organizations...

Navigating life with epilepsy can be intimidating and confusing. It's especially hard without support. Receiving a diagnosis of epilepsy can be overwhelming. You're faced with an overwhelming amount of new...

Finding the right doctor can be a trying task. I thought I had found the right doctor. So much so, that we came up with a two-year plan to wean...

A therapist once told me that fear stands for “False Evidence Appearing Real.” I liked this analogy because it helped me feel less anxious about my fears for the future. As a...

It's 7:00 a.m., and my medication alarm goes off. I get up and walk over to my locked medicine cabinet, taking my lamotrigine and vitamins. Then I go about my...

You might assume that getting pulled beneath a highway bridge while walking to school, where a bully shoved a weapon at me, was the scariest experience in my life. The...

Epilepsy is often misunderstood by those that haven't been impacted by it. That is why our forums have been a safe space for those with the condition to chat about...

A number of years ago, my epileptologist and I were discussing whether Lamictal XR or another drug should be tried. We decided to attempt Lamictal XR, and if it did...

One type of epilepsy, called reflex epilepsy, involves seizures that are triggered by certain sensory events. Triggers often come from the environment, like flashing lights or loud noises. Looking at...