Find out how to make travel and time away at camp safe and enjoyable for a child with epilepsy.
Some people can still travel and go on vacation while receiving chemotherapy. Find out what you need to know about travel and chemotherapy, including practicial tips and major risks.
Most people with epilepsy can have full social, sexual and family lives. Read about issues surrounding sex and reproduction for those with epilepsy.
Driving safely is a serious responsibility for anyone with a licence. Here are a few precautions for someone with epilepsy to consider.
Read about the causes and symptoms of absence epilepsy and how the condition is treated.
Learn how to make travel safer for a child with a food allergy.
Read about options for a teen attending college or university while coping with epilepsy.
Teens living with hemophilia learn practical tips when they are ready to take a trip abroad.
Siblings may receive less attention at times because the needs of a child with epilepsy take over. Helping siblings cope is an important aspect of family life as well.
School is a large part of every child’s life. Along with engaging in academic learning, children learn how to communicate, interact and socialize with their teachers and peers at school. Read how to help make a positive learning experience for your child.
The prognosis of an illness is a forecast of how it will develop and the outcome after treatment. Read about the factors that affect the prognosis of a child with epilepsy.
It is likely that a child with epilepsy will need to have regular clinic visits to review progress and lifestyle. Learn what happens during a clinic visit.
Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for generalized epilepsy syndromes.
Read about the types of epilepsy and the suggested treatments.
Read about the causes and treatments for reflex epilepsy, a rare condition in which seizures are set off by specific stimuli such as flashing lights.
Learn how cancer can financially impact you and your family, and the resources available to help you manage.
Learn about the many different causes of epilepsy in children, which are classified into six categories: structural, genetic, infectious, metabolic, immune and unknown.
A detailed list of epilepsy organizations, research and books. A wide range of topics is covered, including guides for families and the ketogenic diet.
Read about causes and symptoms of myoclonic seizures and how they are treated.
An overview of seizures and epilepsy, with information about treatment options.
Read about the causes and symptoms of juvenile myoclonic epilepsy and how the condition is treated.
A seizure is caused by a sudden electrical disturbance in the brain. Because the brain controls the body, this disturbance affects the body. Find information about different types of seizures, diagnostic procedures and treatment options.
Read about physical health difficulties that may arise in a child with epilepsy, and how to help. Physical health concerns can be discussed with a treatment team.
Adjusting to a child’s epilepsy diagnosis can be challenging and parents often put their own needs last. However, it is important for parents to take care of themselves too. Learn about self-care suggestions for parents.
