Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Using Tech to Improve life with Epilepsy
Having both epilepsy and cerebral palsy, Colleen’s life began with so much uncertainty. As she’s gotten older, tech has played a key role in our life.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Creative Solutions to Seizure Triggers
Many people have asked me what my seizure triggers are. So, I thought I would tell you both my triggers and what tools I use to combat them. … Read More
Tell the world: #IAMSUDEPAWARE
Tell the world about SUDEP Many people are unaware they are at risk of SUDEP or Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy. That’s why SUDEP Aware, Living Well With Epilepsy and Lundbeck have joined forces to shine a spotlight on SUDEP Awareness Day, October 23. In fact, each year an estimated 1 in … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: From a Grieving Parent on Graduation Day
For a grieving parent who has lost a child, the thoughts of an upcoming graduation day (and the day itself) – there are no words to express the pain.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: It’s not just other people
Try not to give in to other people’s beliefs of you. You are in control. You are in charge of how you see yourself. … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Do you KNOW Epilepsy? Say NO to stigma
Stigma can make you feel ashamed, embarrassed and it can make you lose your confidence. Try to remember that you are not your condition.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Eradicating the Stigma Surrounding Epilepsy
Epilepsy is one of the most common conditions affecting the brain yet there is still a stigma associated with epilepsy. Could sharing personal stories create a tipping point to change the dynamic?… Read More
Leila’s Ideas: An excuse to sleep
I hear and read many people talking about how much they love to sleep. It makes sense! Laying in bed is relaxing and comfortable, sleep reduces stress, and rejuvenates the body in many ways. Sometimes, though, in our busy world, finding time to sleep is difficult. We get so busy completing tasks … Read More