Epilepsy
eBook - ePub

Epilepsy

The Ultimate Teen Guide

  1. English
  2. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Epilepsy

The Ultimate Teen Guide

About this book

According to recent statistics, at least 50 million people worldwide have epilepsy, including more than 5.1 million Americans. Because there are so many different types of epilepsy—each with its own behavioral effects and treatment—it can be overwhelming for teens to handle. They need a reliable resource to guide them as they navigate the challenges of their condition.

In Epilepsy: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Kathlyn Gay dispels the myths, misconceptions, and misunderstandings about epilepsy and people who have the disorder. The second edition of this book provides up-to-date, positive, factual medical information and advice for young people and their families about how to live a normal life with epilepsy. Topics covered in this book include

symptoms of epilepsysigns and factors that precipitate seizurestreatment methodsmedicationsmanagement strategies
Real-life examples from teens who have epilepsy help readers understand how they can participate in normal activities. These teens also offer advice on how to tell friends, dates, teachers, or employers about the condition. Epilepsy: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Second Edition concludes with extensive lists of publications, websites, and organizations to help those with a diagnosis prepare for a hopeful future.

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Table of contents

  1. Contents
  2. Acknowledgments
  3. Chapter 1: About Epilepsy
  4. Chapter 2: Facts and Myths
  5. Chapter 3: What Happens?
  6. Chapter 4: Diagnosing and Treating Epilepsy
  7. Chapter 5: Brain Surgery
  8. Chapter 6: Living with Epilepsy
  9. Chapter 7: School, Work, and Dating
  10. Chapter 8: Sports and Recreation
  11. Chapter 9: Female Issues
  12. Chapter 10: Impacts of Epilepsy on Families
  13. Chapter 11: The Military and Epilepsy
  14. Chapter 12: Raising Awareness, Seeking Cures
  15. Appendix: EEOC Questions and Answers about Epilepsy
  16. Notes
  17. Glossary
  18. Further Resources
  19. About the Author