Beyond medication: A tiny device making a big difference
A tiny device called AspireSR offers a little hope to Rachael, diagnosed with the rare Aicardi Syndrome, and her parents.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Seeing Seizures from a New Perspective
Though I’ve lived with Epilepsy for most of my life, watching a family member experience seizures for the first time was harder than I ever imagined.… Read More
Emily’s Perspective: Facts and Myths about Epilepsy
Do you know the differences between facts and myths surrounding Epilepsy?… Read More
Leila’s Ideas: Balancing Life and Epilepsy
Trying to live a “normal” life while managing Epilepsy can be difficult. How are you balancing life and epilepsy?… Read More
Rich’s Story: Seizures for more than 50 years
This personal story submitted by Rich who has lived with psychomotor seizures for 60 years. I hope you enjoy getting to know Rich’s story and benefit from his experience as much as I have. Rich’s Story I have now had psychomotor seizures (along with a few grand mal) for 60 years. They … Read More
Brittany’s Story: How it all began
The beginning It all began when I was in middle school. I remember sitting down watching TV when suddenly I stood up to give my mom a hug and I fell down unexpectedly. I went to the hospital, and after some tests, they said I had a seizure. Even though I had … Read More
Walking to Fight Epilepsy Stigma
Participating in fundraising events, like a run or a walk, is one way to stop epilepsy stigma in it’s tracks.… Read More
Emily’s Perspective: What one word describes how you feel about epilepsy?
This post is part of the Epilepsy Stigma Blog Relay which will run from June 1 through June 30. Follow along and add comments to posts that inspire you! I have always worried about work. Do you need to take time off after a seizure? How long should you take to recover? … Read More