I Had A Seizure And Broke My FootI was rushing down the stairs at my apartment complex and had a seizure. Mind you all, I live on the third...reactionscomments
Working Through My Fears of SUDEPOne of the many uncertainties of epilepsy that always lingers in the back of my mind is the fear of sudden unexpected...reactionscomments
Achieving My Dreams While Living With EpilepsyA new friend of mine who doesn't have epilepsy but reads my columns replied, "Boy, you've really done a lot of things...reactionscomments
Does Flying Increase the Risk of Seizures?It can be hard to avoid planes. You may need to travel by air for work, family, or vacations. But, if you...reactions2comments
Spreading Epilepsy Awareness in "Non-Epilepsy" SpacesFor this year's Essence Festival of the Culture, I was able to have my first vendor booth for my epilepsy nonprofit, the...reactionscomments
Myths About Epilepsy vs. Facts About EpilepsyOver the years, I've learned that advocating for epilepsy is crucial to finding a cure. When I was younger, I didn't realize...reactions3comments
Marijuana to Treat Epilepsy?Do you really want to be put on Charlotte's Web (cannabidiol/CBD), Epidiolex, or medical marijuana and wonder if a doctor with more...reactions2comments
The Importance of Taking Epilepsy MedicationIt is important for me to take my epilepsy medication. If I did not take my medication, I would open the door...reactionscomments
"I'm Having a Seizure and I Need My Rescue Medication."Her eyes told me something wasn't right. The student approached the media center check-out desk in a quiet panic. "Can you call...reactions7comments
Getting Family Support: Do They Understand Your Epilepsy?Frequently, colleagues at my support group (and plenty of complaints in social media groups I watch) assure me that I'm not alone...reactions2comments
What About Memory? Oh Yeah, I Forgot.Can epilepsy affect memory? People with epilepsy may experience memory difficulties, which can be caused by seizures, medication, temporal lobe damage, or...reactions7comments
Epilepsy in Childhood: My Personal ExperienceHave you ever wondered what it's like to be a child who doesn't know anything about needles, hospitals, or even getting sick?...reactionscomments
I Was Just Diagnosed With Epilepsy... Now What?So, you have been diagnosed with epilepsy... What are your next steps? When a new diagnosis hits, you will have everyone and...reactions1comment
Depression, Anxiety, and Insomnia: Recovering From a Horrible SeizureWhen you get really sick, the dynamic around you will change. Your won't be the same. The whole vibe within your home...reactionscomments
Comfort in Having a Rescue Medication in Our Seizure Plan of CareNow that our son, who is developmentally delayed and non-verbal, is in school full-time and considered an adult at age 18, we...reactionscomments
What Are Seizure Clusters?Nearly half of all people with epilepsy can experience seizure clusters. Seizure clusters is the name for multiple seizures in one day...reactionscomments
Navigating My Education With EpilepsyMany students who have journeyed through all levels of education carry with them stories of their experiences. And the opportunity for advanced...reactionscomments
Embracing My Dietary Lifestyle ChangeI realize that the food I consume significantly impacts my overall well-being and seizure control. A while back, I cut out added...reactionscomments
When Epilepsy Meds Mix With AlcoholOne thing you don't want to do with epilepsy is play with medication. Like taking less to drink or smoke marijuana (which...reactions2comments
Seizures and Hot WeatherIf you are living with epilepsy, you may have found that seizures can have some unique triggers. During the summer heat, it...reactions1comment
