One of the biggest concerns for people with epilepsy is how it affects day to day life. Do they need to restrict their activity and if so, how? Other concerns may arise such as how seizures may affect family life, other relationships, school, work or recreation. Coping with epilepsy will require that people learn how epilepsy may affect them, what their rights and responsiblities are, and how to find support and resources. When safety is an issue, there must be a balance between staying safe and living life. This balance is often found by using common sense, but people will also want to learn about key safety tips and resources. Other sections discuss problems that people may face and how epilepsy.com Spokepersons have risen to their challenges.

Start with the basics of Living with Epilepsy 101, read the personal experiences, and delve into more detailed sections. The challenges of living with epilepsy may be different for children, adolescents, and seniors than for adults, so visit the sections for Kids, Teens, Women, Families, and Seniors found on the top right hand section of each page for content directed to these groups. Print sections to read, send to a friend, and know that epilepsy.com is here to help.

Topic Editor: Steven C. Schachter, MD and Patricia O. Shafer, RN, MN. Last Reviewed: 11/2/07