Coffee
I noticed that a lot of my epilepsy friends around the world, especially in the US, wake up to a strong coffee. Knowing this is a key trigger for seizures, why do you still drink it?
I drank Pepsi first thing in the morning Never have had a problem
How Many Of You That Have Epilepsy Cannot Work, Been Laid Off Due To Your Condition, Limited In Your Job As A Result Of Drugs Or Condition?
I am researching the effects of epilepsy in the workplace and am wondering how it applies to everyone with the disability. I know some are receiving SSI disability and also want to know for those that are receiving, would you go back to the 'regular' work environment, use as a supplement or not at all. Also how many people would work for lesser pay if you were laid off or released from your prior job
What type of jobs do you have or had
Was your employer/co-workers sympathetic to your… read more
I was completely honest with with my employer! And that was when all my trouble started. When I disclosed to them that I had epilepsy is when they started to tell me little details about my work that… read more
What's A Common Misconception About Epilepsy?
I do exactly the same thing, Debbie. I'm retired and don't carry a phone everywhere I go. So, I wear dog tags around my neck that gives all the information you stated. My medical bracelet shows I… read more
Anybody Have Trouble With Remembering Instructions, Directions Or List Of Things To Do More Than Three? Does It Make You Frustrated?
@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member ditto ditto lol 😂
What's Are You All Thankful For? For Me I Am Thankful For You All And My Family And Friends And Of Course The Chiefs
An attitude of gratitude is always the best way to look at things
Does Your Engagement With Social Media Affect Your Epilepsy?
Yes! I left FB and all the rest of them in the dust. This is my only online place where I participate.
not really except for sleep sometimes i have to weed out some of the social media sites i am even on
Just Asking
What is everyone doing for Epilepsy Awareness Month? I have my bracelet, pin, and shirt that says “Epilepsy, shaken, not stirred”.
Love it!!
What’s The One Thing That's Helped You Most With Fatigue?
For me the biggest help with fatigue is diet(eating right) and being in tune with the circadian rhythm - when the sun first rises for the first couple minutes, the light it emits is slightly… read more
What Do You Feel Has Been Or Is Your Greatest Obstacle Living With Epilepsy?
What do you think that could be made available to you that would help you better?
Eating and getting out.
About Flashback Problem
I went out yesterday purposely and I'm happy again! I can't wait for this weekend! I'm going to finally do open mic again! Last time was 2020 and I blocked him. I spoke a little ruff to him first
I suffer from deja Vu during my aurad