Epilepsy Blog Relay: The Complicated Goal of Seizure Freedom
After years of seizure freedom, my epilepsy reared its ugly head again with cluster seizures. As a result, my neurologist prescribed medication again.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Emily on using the Embrace2 to track her Epilepsy
I was reluctant to purchase the Embrace2 at first, but I’ve found this watch has allowed me to feel like I have my independence.… Read More
Seizures, pregnancy and epilepsy in real life
Jamie shares a story about her experience with seizures, pregnancy and epilepsy. … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Tips to feel less isolated and alone after an epilepsy diagnosis
Michael shares how he feels isolated and alone since his diagnosis of epilepsy. He doesn’t know anyone else living with epilepsy.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: A system of support
This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™ which will run from March 1 through March 31. Follow along! Soo Ihm has lived with epilepsy since childhood. Now in southern California, she writes the blog Soo’s Epilepsy Corner and is an advocate for epilepsy awareness. She enjoys playing the piano, going to art museums, … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Coping with depression, could it be a side effect?
I hadn’t had a seizure in months so I should’ve been happy. But, I was miserable. I didn’t realize my depression was a side-effect of my medication.… Read More
Hot Neurobiology Topics in Epilepsy: What you should know about caffeine and epilepsy
New Feature on Living Well With Epilepsy Living Well With Epilepsy has partnered with the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) to bring you a series on Hot Neurobiology Topics in Epilepsy. This initiative is led by the ILAE Neurobiology Commission (NBC), which is chaired by Aristea Galanopoulou, MD, PhD (USA). Dr. Galanopoulou, … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: What’s the deal with alcohol and epilepsy?
A common question adults with epilepsy ask is, “Can you drink alcohol when you have epilepsy?” So here’s some info on epilepsy and alcohol.… Read More