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For those of us interested in living well- physically, mentally and emotionally. A place to talk about the joys in life, as well as physical and mental well-being.

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Epilepsy monitoring

Started by Melissa Williams. Last reply by Terrance Lee Fields on Thursday. 23 Replies 0 Likes

Has anyone ever been admitted to the hospital for epilepsy monitoring? My husband is scheduled to go in next week. We are being told that they will hook him up to an EEG and then try to provoke seizures by flashing lights, sleep deprivation and…Continue

advice on driving, school, and working

Started by nicole mead. Last reply by lavegan248 May 18. 11 Replies 3 Likes

hi everybody, im new to this site and this seems like the best place for advice, because I don't know anyone else with epilepsy and have spent my whole life feeling alone in dealing with all the ups and downs that come along with having do deal with…Continue

does your story relate to mine ?

Started by christian tapia. Last reply by Thia May May 17. 14 Replies 0 Likes

Hey group members It has been almost 2 years that i had my first an last seizure. I was put on keppra right away after being diagnose with epilepsy in my left temporal lobe and was on 1000mg in the morning and 500mg in the afternoon, then i…Continue

My son stopped meds!

Started by Annette Davis. Last reply by Annette Davis Apr 29. 8 Replies 0 Likes

My 18 year old decided to stop his Lamictal cold turkey. He had two tonic-clonics yesterday because of it. I learned he had been off of his meds for four days! Anyhow my question is this. How long does it take for Lamictal to build up in one's…Continue

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Comment by Tammi Zavardino 50 minutes ago: Kay I didn't misunderstand what you wrote I know you didn't become a psychologist you just studied it to better understand what you were going through. I meant I did go into that field and it has helped me and I enjoy helping others. I had to make a lot of career changes but finally found where I belong and I don't analyze anyone or judge them just because I did go into that field. But if anyone wants to talk more extensively with me I have my own page and you can go there to speak with me. I simply meant that we all look for answers and should be excepted for who we are not what we have to deal with daily. Sorry if you misunderstood what I wrote.

Comment by Eugina G Herrera 3 hours ago: What happens to people's Faith when inspire is not Inspiring them or at all? To hear N see stories shared whom have been Inspired, encouraged to feel successful N Happy of their triumphs that no more Inspiration is left, Never give up HOPE that is all we have left "HOPE", Hoping to always hear Inspiring stories.

Thank you for listening with an open mind & understanding always.

~Eugina

Comment by Eugina G Herrera 4 hours ago: Ignoring N shaming, We should never shame Noone in public, or humiliating someone in public, is considered a sin, Rebuke N Rebuke, (Psalms) It sez the one GOD loves he rebukes.

This is to all; Once we learn to adopt living with Epilepsy you can direct your life how you choose to live it by rule or laws How is it possible the possibilities can be Grandiose when you have your seizure's under controlled, & your harmonious relationships balanced & humbled to live with joy, share your knowledge of knowing to always be HAPPY with what you BELIEVE in, In other words, Always be Happy with what you have in Life, in the PRESENT always FORWARD will be our new way of living to spread the voice of our EPILEPSY AWARENESS SEIZURE FREE.

Thank you for your understanding enjoy your day!

~Eugina

Comment by Kay Irving Kramer 5 hours ago: Tammi, I think you misunderstood what I wrote. (1) in the 1050's society and people with disabilities were looked upon differently. As such and having been held back due to epilepsy and teased in some respects, I sought answers as to "why people weren't more receptive and acceptable to us." (2) philosophy and psycholgy also groomed me in how "mankind had thought and acted toward each other through the ages." By no means did I become a psychologist or even complete a full 4 years of college, due to several hospitalizations to change medicines (as they did then). This group got into a ruckus a while back when talking about certain religious factors that others didn't necessarily agree in full with; that's why I noted the fact that "as individuals we have the right and opportunity to select our desires and we still should be accepted and respected as a person.

Comment by Thia May 5 hours ago: I know this is probably going to sound really stupid, but the last part of this thread, over the last few days, has just made me happy. The love, understanding, education...you all are very special and I hope you know that. Sending love to each of you. Have a wonderful weekend!

Comment by Eugina G Herrera 8 hours ago: Thank you Thia, Kay, Tammi for your honest input & feedback may we all continue educating those with a lack of education too, and continue on our journey to become seizure free always to be free from the stress of everyday lifestyle may you all have a wonderful weekend too.

Comment by Tammi Zavardino 15 hours ago: Well all we have opened a subject that could very well be put down by some but not by me as everyone has choices to make and the freedom to do so be it good or bad that is their decision to make. I also followed the road of Psychology to learn more about the human mind and how it works and to understand better about what makes people choose certain ways and react the way they do with Epilepsy so as a Psychologist one thing I learned was you can never stop learning or understand it all and must learn to except some things but not judge and one subject that is misinterpreted is peoples feelings where religion is concerned so I stay away from that subject. I don't put down others for the choices they have made but believe strongly that we are all here for a reason and must fulfill that purpose and are never given more than we can handle even though sometimes we don't understand why we have to go through the things we do if you really look deeply into your life you will see that no matter what you are fulfilling a purpose and don't ever think that life isn't worth living, I can't stress that strongly enough even though at one time I was weak as we all are at first what we go through makes us strong in time and we can handle anything. Good luck to all!

Comment by Kay Irving Kramer 22 hours ago: Eugina, my college major was Philosophy and minor Psychology to learn at the time "why people seemed so down on those with disabilities, as well as to enhance my knowledge in living with epilepsy."

I won't dispute your statement, but will say "not all religions and people follow or have followed the Bible in the past." Consequently, they (and each person) as I noted in my remarks should be free to live and pursue their life and religious beliefs as they please or desire."