Epilepsy Talk
FREE — Attorney’s Advice On Personal Security — No Charge!
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A corporate attorney sent the following out to the employees in his company.
Read this and make a copy for your files in case you need to refer to it someday.
Maybe we should all take some of his advice!
Tags: credit cards, fraud, national credit reporting organizations, passport, personal security, photo copy, Photo ID, police report
A Caregiver’s Guide to Survival…
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It’s called “burn out.” Because, let’s face it, being a caregiver is exhausting.
You may feel guilt, resentment, anger, anxiety or helplessness.
You may have to give up your income and career prospects to care for someone.
Even if you love the person very deeply, it can feel as though the focus is always on them and your needs and wishes go unnoticed.
Often you deal with the situation alone and feel very isolated.
(My mother-in-law didn’t leave the house for two years when my father-in-law was dying.)
But you can’t do anything to help another person if you’re a basket case yourself.
To be the best caregiver possible, you need to be physically and emotionally well, yourself.
After all, how effective can you be…
Tags: balance, burn out, caregiver, emotionally, health, help, isolated, physically, support group
The Hill-Burton Act: The Government’s Best-Kept Secret
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Years ago, two men with the last names of Hill and Burton created a bill which assists people with medical expenses, unable to pay them.
It’s only for people of limited financial means.
However, if you Google “Hill-Burton Act” or go to https://www.hrsa.gov/get-health-care/affordable/hill-burton/facilities.html you’ll find a gold mine of information about who qualifies, which facilities are obligated to provide free or reduced-cost health care and how to apply.
How to Start Your Own Adult Epilepsy Support Group
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One thing I’ve discovered is the search for support groups is endless — and seldom successful.
Especially now that charitable contributions are tight and epilepsy centers have had to cut expenses. (Yes, our support is considered an “expense”.)
That’s why I’ve put together this short guide on how to form your own Epilepsy Support Group.
Tags: Add Coach, adult, awareness, caring, community, education, Epilepsy, Epilepsy Meet-Up, resources, sharing, suggestions, support group
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, PharmD, BCPS, debunks seven of the most common myths about medications below:
Tags: best results, Epilepsy, facts and fiction, medication, most effective
Depression is quiet
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Depression is quiet.
You would be surprised with how many people in your life could be going through depression at this very moment.
People hide it like a paper bag over their heads, out of fear of being judged, made fun of, seen as weak, or just not taken seriously.
Anyone can fall victim to it.
Tags: ashamed, assurance, breaking point, depression, disguising, help, hide, love and support, patience, people, precious, quiet, smile, surprised, talking, understand, victim, weak
Laugh a little — it’s good for your health!
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They say that “laughter is the best medicine.”
Well, believe it or not, it could help your EEG results!
12 Recipes For Happiness — Even If You Have Epilepsy!
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“No one is in control of your happiness but you; therefore you have the power to change anything about yourself or your life that you want to change.” — Barbara de Angelis
We all know that epilepsy is no day at the beach. You may feel depression, anxiety, fear, isolation, anger, or a whole host of other things, too may to mention.
But, if you dig deep into yourself, perhaps there’s a few things you can do to relieve those feelings.
Here are some ideas…
Tags: EEGs, Epilepsy, equalizing brain waves, gratitude, happiness, positive thinking, soothe tension
Epilepsy and Melatonin – Yes? No? Or Maybe So?
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Most of us are familiar with melatonin and it’s purpose: To help you sleep. Or at least to help you get to sleep.
In fact, melatonin is one of the most commonly used supplements in the United States. (Lots of sleepless people out there!)
Scientifically speaking, melatonin is a hormone synthesized from serotonin, the “feel good” hormone.
12 Sleep Tricks
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We all know that sleep deprivation can trigger seizures.
Some people’s seizures are tied very closely with their sleep. You may have all of your seizures while sleeping, when falling asleep or waking up.
Lot of things can affect your sleep and make you more likely to have seizures. Here are a few factors to consider:
