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Edmonton Epilepsy Association

This is a book that provides an overview about basic information on epilepsy. The book is formatted with questions and answers, from common understanding of how seizures occur, to whom and for what reasons. It is the perfect compendium for initial conversations about epilepsy for new patients and their caregivers. It also includes a glossary of terms and all definitions respect the nomenclature from the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE).

Dominic Khorrami-Arani

Epilepsy Information Books

Epilepsy: An Overview

Teachers play a vital role in the physical, emotional, and academic well-being of students with epilepsy. Teachers who know how to respond to seizures improve safety standards in the school and influence the reactions of fellow students and school staff. A teacher who reacts to seizures calmly and supportively will help others learn to do the same. In some cases, teachers are the first to notice and recognize the symptoms of seizures in a student. Teachers who understand, encourage, and inspire students with epilepsy facilitate learning, independence, and self-esteem.

Epilepsy: A Guide For Teachers: An information book about epilepsy for teachers in schools.

If your child has been diagnosed with epilepsy, you may have questions regarding the condition. What causes epilepsy? How is it diagnosed? What are the available treatments? How can I help my child? It is not unusual for a parent to experience feelings of helplessness, fear, grief, or anger after a child has been diagnosed with epilepsy. Local epilepsy associations can provide you with valuable information regarding your concerns. Many associations have helpful resource materials on epilepsy and a staff committed to answering questions and providing information. Often associations offer in-service training to schools which educate others about the condition. Associations may also be able to provide you with support groups, trained professionals, or other families who are facing similar challenges. In some cases, a diagnosis of epilepsy may require little change in lifestyle. In other cases, there may be significant change for the child and the family. In either situation, learning about epilepsy can empower you and help you make informed decisions regarding medical treatment, care, or safety. Learning about epilepsy may also help to alleviate your own anxiety and allow you to focus on the needs of your child.

Meghan McAnally

Epilepsy: A Guide For Parents: An epilepsy book for parents.

EDMONTON EPILEPSY ASSOCIATION

If you witnessed a person having a seizure, would you know what to do to help them? This short reference book comes in handy to understand Seizure Firs Aid.

MEGHAN HAUBRICH

Epilepsy: Seizures and First Aid: A book with First Aid information about seizures.

There is an increased risk of injury in people with epilepsy.

Seizures can present as a sudden fall, blank stare, confusion, uncontrolled movements, diminished awareness, odd sensations, a convulsion, or laboured breathing.

For some people with epilepsy, their seizures pose a minimal risk of injury. For others, their seizures may require extra precaution to avoid injury. For example, seizures that occur without warning, involve falls, loss of awareness, or confusion after the seizure could result in injury. Precautions may be necessary depending on the activity.

Assessing the risks associated with the type and frequency of the seizures may require implementing safety procedures.

JUSTINE BEGHIN

AYLA MORRIS

Safety and Epilepsy: An information book about safety in epilepsy.

Whether you are a senior who has lived with epilepsy for many years or a newly diagnosed senior, you may have questions regarding the condition and how it may affect you. This booklet is designed to address some of the issues regarding seniors and epilepsy and to offer helpful tips. Most epilepsy associations have useful resource materials as well as a staff committed to answering your questions and providing information. Associations may also be able to connect you with self-help and support groups, and with trained professionals. Learning about epilepsy and sharing that information with others, finding the medical treatment best for you, using your network of family and friends who support and care about you, and pursuing what matters in your life, are all important steps.

VAL GABERT

Seniors and Epilepsy

Have you been diagnosed with epilepsy? Are you wondering how having epilepsy will affect your life? How will your friends react? Will you be able to follow your dreams? Epilepsy is defined as recurrent, unprovoked seizures. You are not the only one. About 1 in every 100 people have epilepsy.

Sadie Arsenault

Justine Beghin

Teens and Epilepsy

For women with epilepsy, there are special considerations. Epilepsy may affect puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Learning more about epilepsy will help you make informed decisions regarding medical treatment, safety, and lifestyle choices. Although you will have to take your epilepsy into consideration, it should not interfere significantly with your choices in life.

Epilepsy Information Books - The book series

Epilepsy Information Books - The book series

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