Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Nicholas the Brave
Nicholas was diagnosed with infantile spasms at 6 months of age. Doctors were able to control his seizures but recently they have started back up.… Read More
Emily on Living with Absence Seizures
Emily has a positive outlook regarding epilepsy and despite living with absence seizures she has become an outspoken advocate sharing hope with others.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: When Giving Up Is Not An Option
When I was diagnosed with Epilepsy at the age of six, my life transformed into a monsoon. I started having trouble socially, academically, and physically. It seemed as if my world was in a downward spiral until I was introduced to softball. That is where I learned that giving up was never an option.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: A Mom’s Perspective
This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™ which will run from June 1 to June 30, 2017. Follow along! For the blog relay this month, I wanted to provide another perspective. By now, you know mine. Epilepsy sucks. It’s a challenge… all. the. time. But, I always try to remember … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: An Everyday Challenge
Emerging from the tunnel, I heard my mom’s voice say, “Jade, it’s okay now”. Living with Epilepsy is an everyday challenge.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Caring for a sick spouse
We have all felt it, that tiredness and loneliness that comes from taking care of a sick spouse. But when you have a spouse with epilepsy, life takes on a whole new meaning.… Read More
Leila’s Ideas: Having a Pity Party
Epilepsy, and life in general, presents all sorts of hurdles; I like to overcome them with perseverance and joy. But lately, I don’t feel like overcoming them…and when I do, it’s not with joy. I feel like having my very own pity party.… Read More
Maria’s Story: My Son Mark and His New Diagnosis of Epilepsy
This personal epilepsy story was submitted by Maria. She’s hoping for encouragement as her son and his new diagnosis of epilepsy. Comment to show support.… Read More