Seizure PhobiaFeeling anxious during stressful situations is normal. But, when you feel anxious and worried most or all the time, you might have...reactions5comments
Ask Real Patients: Is Epilepsy Misunderstood?For those living with epilepsy, it can feel like others just don't get it. Seizures, medications, side effects, anxiety, stigma... Epilepsy can...reactionscomments
Fear of the Next SeizureEpilepsy is unpredictable. Knowing if or when the next seizure will strike can cause immense stress and anxiety. These feelings can weigh...reactions10comments
What Is the Epilepsy-Migraine Connection?Migraine and epilepsy may not seem related at first. However, they sometimes share symptoms and even underlying causes. These conditions also often...reactionscomments
Experiencing a Seizure Caused by a Medical TestI had to go in for some pulmonary testing, which included the pulmonary function test. This test requires you to do 4...reactionscomments
Understanding Epilepsy Treatment and If Surgery Is an OptionA few years ago, I went to the doctor to see if I qualified for epilepsy surgery. I stayed in the hospital...reactionscomments
"But You Don't Look Sick?" And Other Questions I Get About My EpilepsyWhen I first began to go to a specific bar in Queens, New York, I did not drink alcohol because it is...reactionscomments
Uphill Both Ways: Transportation Challenges With EpilepsyDriving is such an essential part of most – but not all – people's lives. What if you can't drive? Every state...reactions7comments
Epilepsy and Workplace Discrimination: Top Questions AnsweredNavigating the workforce is challenging with a chronic illness. Often questions arise before and after employment about your rights. What should I...reactions5comments
Living With an Invisible IllnessI am what many would call a statistic. Many of you, your friends, and your loved ones are too. What category am...reactions3comments
Lesser-Known Seizure SymptomsA seizure is a short change in normal brain activity. This can cause changes in behavior, movement, or awareness. Symptoms like jerking...reactions5comments
Finding the Right Medication CombinationHaving side effects with any medication is inevitable unless you luck out. However, my medications really didn't start to give me any...reactionscomments
Awakening Awareness About SUDEPWhen a neurologist told my parents in 1970 that I was epileptic, he assured them it was nothing to be concerned about...reactionscomments
Breaking Up With SugarLet's talk about added sugar. Sugar is amazing! It has always been there for me. We've celebrated everything together. Birthdays. Graduations. Weddings...reactionscomments
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
Mobility Aids: If You Need It, Use It!It has been about 3 years since mobility aides were introduced into my life, and let me tell you, it was no...reactionscomments
From Healthy to Dravet2017 was one of the best years of my life. My husband came back from a deployment just in time for our...reactionscomments
My Autoimmune Disorder: Is It Connected to Epilepsy?Let's rewind to 2018 when I found myself dealing with some thyroid troubles. At first, it all seemed pretty straightforward – my...reactions2comments
Always Be Honest With Your DoctorIt is hard to face certain things concerning epilepsy. One of epilepsy's biggest challenges? Medication. Every medication has a different effect on...reactionscomments
MRI AnxietyMedication used to be my least favorite part of my seizure care plan. However, over the past couple of years, my perspective...reactionscomments
