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7 myths about medication – and the facts behind them
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Misconceptions about medicine are as common as pills on a pharmacy shelf.
We could all use a healthy dose of the truth.
Cleveland Clinic drug information pharmacist Katie Stabi, debunks seven of the most common myths about medications below:
Tags: AEDS, anti-epilepsy drugs, medication myths, medicine misconceptions
AEDs…Surgery…and Alternative Treatments…
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The saying “there’s something for everyone” may be true.
But with epilepsy, it’s often a dicey proposition — not to mention frustrating — to determine what that “something” is for you.
Tags: epilepsy alternatives to surgery, epilepsy surgery, health, mental health, neuroscience, science, wellness
Gratitude is the attitude…
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A wise woman once told me: “When you wake up in the morning — before you get out of bed — think of 5 (or 10!) things that you’re really grateful for.” (I think 10 is a bit of a stretch.)
That simple advice, changed my attitude. And my life.
What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail?
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All of us have dreams. Some become reality…and some stay in our imaginations forever.
Auras without Seizures…
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Do any of these sensations sound familiar to you?
Suddenly you’re sweating, flushed, become pale or have goosebumps.
Your stomach feels queasy, like you’re going to puke.
There’s a foreboding or fear that something awful is about to happen.
You feel like a mess emotionally.
Three Anti-Seizure Diets That Could Change Your Life…
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Just when you feel that all is lost, and you’re about to give up on your meds, there is another option. (In fact, there are three!)
They may not beat your epilepsy (although some people say they do!)
But they can help reduce your seizures and the amounts of medication needed.
Tags: Ketogenic Diet, ketones, seizure savers, anti-seizure diets, modified Atkins Diet (MAD), G.U.A.R.D. Diet
The Impatient Patient
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Why do they call us “the patient”
We are not patient. We endure.
Death, Depression and AEDs
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“Suicide Risk from 11 Anti-Epilepsy Drugs,” headlines blared across the country.
But we’re still here.
Was it sensationalism by the journalists, irresponsibility by the pharmaceutical industry or laxness of the FDA?
The answer is none of the above. And, by the way, they forgot to include antidepressants.
At best, I’d call it a misunderstanding. At worst, I’d call it manipulation.
Tags: anti-epilepsy drugs, antidepressants, depakote, depression, depression-anxiety-suicidal behavior, Felbatol, Gabitril, Keppra, Lamictal, Lyrica, Neurontin, Tegretol, Topamax, Trileptal, Zonegran
Memory games to boost your brain…
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The problem I had writing this article was that I was having too much fun! I kept on getting detained playing games, but it was worth it. Some I did o.k. on, others I flunked miserably. They’re fun, they’re challenging, and I think you’ll really like them.
Here are just a few examples:
Memory Tips You (Hopefully) Won’t Forget!
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I have a confession to make.
I was the queen of “Post-Its”. I had Post-Its on tables, counters, walls, doors. I don’t know how I lived without them.
I guess, in the “old” days, I was the same with lists. Many lists. And way too much Scotch Tape.
Factoid: The man who invented Post-Its was an employee at 3M (also the maker of Scotch Tape) who went to his boss with a bright new idea.
I don’t know if he got a raise, but he gets no royalties. Just my undying admiration and thanks.
Anyway, short of taking stock in 3M, here are some other suggestions…
Tags: epilepsy and memory, long-term memory, memory aids, Post-Its, reminders, short-term memory
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