Epilepsy Awareness

It’s the middle of November and I have avoided writing for months. I often wondered why. I think there are many reasons. First, I am a perfectionist and want everything I do to have no mistakes in it. In turn, this takes a lot of work to make sure everything is in order. Even now, when I am writing, I can feel my internal censor at work. However, I know that editing yourself as you write is not the most efficient way of getting something done.

Back-to-School With Epilepsy

It is a new school year, a time of meeting old friends and making new ones.  A new year also means meeting new teachers and perhaps starting at a new school altogether.  It is a challenge for any child, but for children with epilepsy, it is even more so.  As a result, there are many things that parents need to do to prepare their child for school.  According to the Epilepsy Foundation, here are some guidelines to follow.