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Category: Epilepsy Resources – What is Epilepsy

Epilepsy Stigma: Ignorance, Prejudice, Discrimination
June 23, 2022March 27, 2026

Epilepsy Stigma: Ignorance, Prejudice, Discrimination

In my life with epilepsy it has been rare that I have experienced discrimination about my disease. I suffered my head accident which caused my […]

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Finding a Reliable Mechanic and the Right Tool to Fix Your Brain
March 4, 2021March 27, 2026

Finding a Reliable Mechanic and the Right Tool to Fix Your Brain

Why do people with epilepsy respond to different medications while others are unable to find a medication that controls their seizures? It’s a fascinating question […]

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Did You Know That There are Many Types of Epilepsy?
December 2, 2020March 27, 2026

Did You Know That There are Many Types of Epilepsy?

When someone says the word “seizure”, what do you think of? Does the idea make you feel anxious or scared? Many people think that seizures […]

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