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With The Daylight Savings Time Coming Up, What Are Your Thoughts On It And Does It Effect Your Condition And The Meds You Are Taking?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Lakewood, CO

I myself don't think that is a prob with me, I take it into consideration a little bit, but not a issue with, I think that over the years I have gotten used to it and accustomed to it, I may have had a few times I have had a small situation take place, but not a prob with anymore that I am aware of, they happen time to time, but are more stable than before and I am ok with that, and as for the meds I take, I think that their are enough in my system to not be of a prob with, a few times I have… read more

11 hours ago
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I hate daylight savings time with a passion, just pick one or the other for heaven’s sake. Take my medicine on the same time schedule.

11 hours ago
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

It has effect on my sleeping due to my body clock I keep waking up early every morning, I take my meds at the same time everyday.

3 hours ago
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I've gotten use to it through time, even if it takes a few days to adjust.

10 hours ago
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

With daylight saving time approaching, it's understandable to wonder if the time change could affect your epilepsy or medications. Research shows little association between daylight saving transitions and increased seizures. However, sleep issues related to the time change may be a concern for some. It's generally Show Full Answer

With daylight saving time approaching, it's understandable to wonder if the time change could affect your epilepsy or medications. Research shows little association between daylight saving transitions and increased seizures. However, sleep issues related to the time change may be a concern for some. It's generally considered safe to keep your medication schedule the same rather than shifting it an hour when the clocks change. But some members choose to adjust alarms instead of medication times. Checking with your neurologist on the best approach for you is advised. If sleep disruption is a seizure trigger for you, gradually shifting your bedtime 15-20 minutes earlier in the week before daylight saving can help adjust your body clock. Staying active outdoors also aids circadian rhythm transitions.

11 hours ago
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

When I was working I loved the Spring Daylight Savings time . Because I alway gain an hour of extra pay. But in the Fall Daylight Savings time, I would lose an hour of pay.

4 hours ago

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