Jenny’s Story: I’m not afraid anymore
I’ve had epilepsy since I was 14 (now 31) and about 6 years ago I began to suffer from post-ictal psychosis. … Read More
Leila’s Ideas: Lemonade For Livy
Lemonade for Livy invites you to Make a Stand Against Epilepsy this summer! Are you wondering what is “Lemonade for Livy”? It is the initiative of the Scheinman family to support their daughter in her fight with epilepsy.… Read More
An interview with Greg Grunberg and Phil Gattone
An interview with Greg Grunberg, Heroes Reborn and Star Wars: The Force Awakens actor, and Phil Gattone, President and CEO of the Epilepsy Foundation about the revitalization of the TalkAboutIt.org site.… Read More
Emily’s Perspective: On Auras
Aura is the term used to describe symptoms that may occur before a seizure. There are several different types and some of them might surprise you.… Read More
Leila’s Ideas: New Jumo Health Book Release
“Medikidz Explain Playing Sports with Epilepsy,” the newest comic book from Eisai, was released on April 16 at the 2016 National Walk for Epilepsy.… Read More
Introducing our newest writer on epilepsy and fitness
I have a passion for fitness. I love being active. It’s fun for me, and about once a year, I start getting an itch to do a half marathon. … Read More
Emily Donoghue shortlisted for Young Epilepsy Award
The team at Living Well With Epilepsy is thrilled to announce that Emily Donoghue, who writes Emily’s Perspective, has been shortlisted for a Young Epilepsy Inspirational Shining Star Award.… Read More
Rachel’s Story: I am not alone anymore
I feel as though I am not alone anymore. What I struggle with is, in a way, normal. My brain doesn’t always function correctly and it causes seizures, but I am not alone, and I am not helpless. … Read More