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Understanding the Connection Between Epilepsy and Mental Health
Why Epilepsy and Mental Health Often Go Hand-in-Hand People with epilepsy experience anxiety and depression at twice the rate of the...
Jul 93 min read
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Genetic Testing & Epilepsy
Curious about genetic testing and what it means for epilepsy? Get the basics on how it works, why it matters, and how it could help you understand your seizures better.
Jul 98 min read
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Finding Calm: Mindfulness and Stress Reduction for Young Adults with Epilepsy
Stress can be a seizure trigger—but mindfulness can help. Learn simple ways to reduce stress, stay grounded, and support your mental health while living with epilepsy.
Jul 915 min read
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Men with Epilepsy: Navigating Health, Stigma, and Strength
Being a guy with epilepsy comes with unique challenges. From managing health to breaking stigma, explore real talk on strength, support, and showing up for yourself.
Jul 918 min read
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Embracing Authenticity: My Journey as a Runner with Epilepsy
The Bravest Thing You Can Do Is BE YOURSELF!
Jun 184 min read
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Pippa's International Quest of Activism
The road to becoming an advocate can be hard, especially while dealing with epilepsy. But Pippa shares how she has done it.
Jun 44 min read
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De la Negación a la Defensa: Mi Viaje de 20 Años para Aceptar la Epilepsia
Sam, nuestra lÃder del grupo de apoyo en español, comparte las etapas de aceptación de su diagnóstico en su vida.
Jun 35 min read
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From Denial to Advocacy: My 20-Year Journey to Accepting Epilepsy
Sam, our Spanish Peer Support Lead, shares the stages of accepting her diagnosis in her life.
Jun 35 min read
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Living With Epilepsy: Daily life, seizure management, and personal well-being
Living with epilepsy as a young adult means balancing everyday life with a few added responsibilities. From managing classes or jobs to remembering meds and doctor appointments, it’s a lot—but you’re not alone. As the CDC points out, epilepsy can make things like school, work, or social events more difficult. Fatigue, brain fog, or anxiety about seizures are common—but so is resilience. Many young adults find routines that help them thrive. Here are some practical tips to hel
May 266 min read
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How Podcasts Are Shaping Conversations About Epilepsy
For young adults with epilepsy, finding a podcast that truly reflects their experiences can feel nearly impossible. Out of the 3 million+ podcasts out there, only 30 to 50 focus on epilepsy—that’s less than 0.002%. Yet epilepsy affects 1 in 26 people. If podcast topics matched real-life impact, there’d be over 115,000 shows. Instead? Just a handful—and even fewer are created by and for young adults living with epilepsy. That’s why we launched ours: to fill the gap, spark conn
May 183 min read
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Can Stress Cause Seizures? Understanding the Connection
We all know stress—it shows up before exams, during work crunches, or in the middle of personal chaos. But for young adults living with epilepsy, stress isn’t just uncomfortable—it can raise real concerns. Can intense stress trigger a seizure? What does the science say? In this post, we break down the connection between stress and seizures, and share tips for managing both.
May 1713 min read
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Traveling with Epilepsy: Safety Tips and Must-Haves
Traveling with epilepsy? Totally doable. Whether it’s a quick weekend getaway or a trip across the globe, a little extra planning can go a long way. With the right prep and a few smart safety tips, you can explore new places with confidence. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what to do before you leave, how to stay safe on the go, and what to pack to make your journey smoother. Adventure awaits—let’s get you ready!
May 1718 min read
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The Journey with Epilepsy: My Story of Resilience and Gratitude
Teresa, one of our Peer Support Leads, shares the beginning of her epilepsy story.
Apr 234 min read
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My Journey Through Epilepsy: Embracing the Wonderland
Katelyn's journey of living with Epilepsy while facing other obstacles life has thrown her way.
Mar 114 min read
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My Pre-Wedding Seizure was the Best Thing Ever
Yarrow reflects on her wedding day and having a seizure of all things, reflecting it was the best thing that happened to her
Mar 8, 20244 min read
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