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Epilepsy in Women - Gender Makes a Difference!

We know that different people experience epilepsy differently. This is especially true between different genders. On April 29th, 2014 we hosted a lecture about issues that women with epilepsy face....

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Issues that Men with Epilepsy May Face

Men with epilepsy experience issues that are unique to their gender. These can be quite complex. They can vary with age, seizure type, severity, and overall health and lifestyle factors. This article...

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Have a Seizure Smart Summer

With summer in full swing it is important to consider some seasonal health and safety issues that people with epilepsy may have. Below are tips for some activities and issues. It is important to note...

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Humour as a Coping Skill

The expression “laughter is the best medicine,” is quite applicable for many people with epilepsy. Laughter and humour have several types of positive therapeutic effects. Below are some insights that...

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Back to School: An Action Plan

Going back to or starting school is an exciting time for children and parents. Getting new school supplies, seeing old friends, working with a new teacher, and perhaps even going to a new school! For...

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Living at Full Volume with Epilepsy

This is a post written by a guest contributer to our blog. Sita runs the popular epilepsy-themed blog called Life at Full Volume. Below she shares her story about her experiences of living with...

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Halloween Celebration and Safety Tips

Halloween is considered amongst most kids (and adults) as one of the best events of the year. Dressing up in costume, trick or treating, going to parties, and indulging in treats are fun for all ages....

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The Relationship Between Memory and Epilepsy

It is not uncommon for people with epilepsy to report problems with their memory. Sometimes these problems are the result of difficulties forming new memories and sometimes they are due to difficulties...

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Stay Healthy During the Holidays

The holiday season can be an overwhelming time for many people. This is particularly true when you or your loved one lives with the challenges of epilepsy. Below are some tips to help reduce the...

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The Top Five Developments in Epilepsy for 2014

As we look back throughout 2014, we see that this year had many important medical developments related to epilepsy. This included a new clinical definition of epilepsy being adopted by an international...

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