Having Epilepsy
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Having Epilepsy
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Author : Joseph Schneider
language : en
Publisher: Temple University Press
Release Date : 1985-06-26
Having Epilepsy written by Joseph Schneider and has been published by Temple University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1985-06-26 with Medical categories.
"Well written and fascinating to read. This fine book takes a large step in...contributing to the only slowly dawning awareness of the general public, and the health workers too, of the significance of chronic illness." --Anselm Strauss, University of California, San Francisco Based on in-depth interviews with eighty people who have epilepsy, this book gives a first-hand account of what it is like to cope with a chronic illness, while working, playing, and building relationships. The authors recount how people discover they have epilepsy and what it means; how families respond to someone labeled "epileptic"; how seizures affect a person's sense of self and self-control. Epilepsy patients explain what they want from their doctors and why the medication practices they develop may not coincide with "doctor's orders." The variety of experiences of epilepsy is suggested both by the interviews and by the range of terms for seizures--Petit Mal, Grand Mal, auras, fits, absences. The principal difficulty for many people with epilepsy is not the medical condition but the social stigma. A person with epilepsy has to cope with discrimination in obtaining a job, insurance, or a driver's license, and he or she may be cautious about revealing this "disabling" condition to an employer or even a spouse. People with epilepsy may manage information about themselves and their "lapses" and look for "safe places" like restrooms where they can be alone should a seizure begin. Many of those interviewed complained of overreactions to seizures by colleagues or bystanders: epilepsy patients were embarrassed at having provoked a public crisis or were annoyed at waking up in a hospital emergency room. This is a book for people who have epilepsy, for their families and friends; for health care professionals who deal with chronic illnesses; and for students of medical sociology and the sociology of deviance. "For anyone who would like to 'get inside' the experience of having epilepsy, this book is probably as close as one can come." --Epilepsia "In dispelling the notion that 'the person is the illness,' these interviews with 80 individuals reveal that those suffering from epilepsy have learned to accept it as merely another facet of their lives. A valuable contribution for those with epilepsy, for their family and friends, for medical personnel, and for the general public." --Booklist "...carefully outlined and clearly written.... Those affected by chronic conditions may find the book most helpful.... Family and helping professionals may discover new insights.... Social scientists, especially those interested in chronic illnesses, will benefit from the research conclusions and suggestions for further research." --Medical Anthropology Quarterly "It represents an important advance in the medical sociology literature as well as a contribution to qualitative sociology. I think that the book should become a contemporary classic in medical sociology." --Qualitative Sociology "...an important contribution.... In focusing on what it is like to have epilepsy in this society, Schneider and Conrad have reversed an earlier concern for the medicalization of deviance, opting in this work for an understanding of the stigmatization of illness." --Contemporary Sociology
Living With Epilepsy
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Author : Mel Riebe Jr.
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2019-01-03
Living With Epilepsy written by Mel Riebe Jr. and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-01-03 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
I don’t know why people are afraid of people who have epilepsy. It’s just a condition. It’s not something you can catch; it is not contagious. Epilepsy has to do with the brain. Like me, I was born perfectly normal. However, I had one of my blood vessels on the left side of my brain bust. That is why I have seizures for the rest of my life. Epilepsy is not a bad word. It is only a condition. Doctors are doing more research on it so they can try out new medication that may control the seizures much better. Maybe one day, they will find a stronger medication for epilepsy. I will do everything in my power to make sure that people with epilepsy will have a better life. Maybe one day, that would be cool. Maybe my life is not perfect. People think I can’t do anything, but they should think again. I can do anything when I put my mind to it. I can do it.
Women With Epilepsy
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Author : Martha J. Morrell
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2003-03-20
Women With Epilepsy written by Martha J. Morrell and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-03-20 with Health & Fitness categories.
Published in association with the Epilepsy Foundation of America, this handbook reviews the special problems faced by women with epilepsy.
Epilepsy
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Author : Kathlyn Gay
language : en
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Release Date : 2007-11-09
Epilepsy written by Kathlyn Gay and has been published by Scarecrow Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-11-09 with Family & Relationships categories.
Teens can lead normal, active lives despite having Epilepsy, and this book shows them how other teens are doing so. Through their stories they offer advice on whether and how to tell friends, dates, teachers, or an employer about the condition. Important teen issues, such as driving, dating, sports, and college are addressed. How the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA) applies to people with epilepsy is also reviewed.
My Mommy Has Epilepsy
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Author : Stacey Chillemi
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2017-06-12
My Mommy Has Epilepsy written by Stacey Chillemi and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-06-12 with categories.
DO YOU OR A LOVE ONE HAVE EPILEPSY? DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE EPILEPSY? DOES YOUR CHILD KNOW WHAT TO DO IF SOME HAS A SEIZURE? ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN EXCELLENT CHILDREN'S BOOK TO TEACH WHAT EPILEPSY IS TO YOUR CHILD? Millions of people have epilepsy or experience seizures. Are you one of them? Are you trying to figure out how to explain to your child or a child in your family about epilepsy and what to do if someone is experiencing a seizure? Author Stacey Chillemi and Illustrator provides spectacular proof that children really understand more than you think. Illuminating the cartoon illustrations of confusion and fear that epilepsy can cause, this new edition of My Mommy Has Epilepsy uses lively, subversive illustrations to show how to understand what epilepsy is and what to do if someone is experiencing a seizure. This picture book is sure to elicit a clear understanding and opportunity to eliminate children's fear of epilepsy from all who read it.
Living Well With Epilepsy And Other Seizure Disorders
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Author : Carl W. Bazil
language : en
Publisher: Harper Collins
Release Date : 2009-10-13
Living Well With Epilepsy And Other Seizure Disorders written by Carl W. Bazil and has been published by Harper Collins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-10-13 with Health & Fitness categories.
Treatment options, lifestyle strategies,and emotional support for two million Americans. Epilepsy, once mistakenly associated with demonic possession, has for centuries been a poorly understood illness. Today, though it affects nearly one out of every one hundred Americans, little comprehensive information can be found on bookshelves regarding this common and complex neurological disease. Until now! Using his expertise in pharmacology and neuroscience, Dr. Carl Bazil demystifies epilepsy and other seizure disorders and offers medical, practical, and emotional support to patients and their families. He explains how and why seizures occur, and thoroughly discusses treatment options, the pros and cons of surgery, experimental and alternative treatments, strategies for daily living, and much more. Substantiated with case examples, this useful book provides a much-needed window into epilepsy so that patients can achieve the full life they deserve.
Epilepsy And Pregnancy
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Author : Stacey Chillemi
language : en
Publisher: Demos Medical Publishing
Release Date : 2006-01-01
Epilepsy And Pregnancy written by Stacey Chillemi and has been published by Demos Medical Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-01-01 with Health & Fitness categories.
Approximately 2.5 million people in the U.S. suffer from epilepsy; of these, more than one million are women of child-bearing age. With concerns about everything from medication-related birth defects to falls during seizures, many of these women are fearful of having children. The good news is that, with proper prenatal care, more than 90% will deliver healthy babies. Epilepsy and Pregnancy gives readers the basic facts they need to help them make medical decisions throughout preconception, pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the early days after childbirth. Topics include preconception, fertility, pregnancy risks, risks to the fetus, nutrition, keeping fit, what to expect during pregnancy, fetal development, and labor and delivery. In addition, the book includes guidelines for the use of antiepileptic drugs during pregnancy, recommendations and questions to ask their neurologist, recommended daily allowances by age group, glossary, and much more. Epilepsy and Pregnancy is an essential guide for any woman who suffers from epilepsy and desires to have a child.
Epilepsy In Our Words
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Author : Steven C. Schachter
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2008
Epilepsy In Our Words written by Steven C. Schachter and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Nearly three million people in the United States live with epilepsy every day and another 180,000 Americans develop epilepsy every year. Around the world, more than 60 million people have epilepsy. Epilepsy impacts everyone in different ways, as well as their families, friends and professional caregivers. With the Brainstorms series, one of the world's leading authorities on epilepsy, Dr. Steven C. Schachter has gathered together the personal testimonies of patients, family members, and professional caregivers to create a poignant and gripping series of books on this misunderstood and often devastating disorder. This volume, Epilepsy in Our Words, features 68 personal accounts of seizure activity from people with epilepsy that illustrates the wide range of experiences associated with seizures and living with epilepsy. Many have had epilepsy for yers, and their passages are heartfelt and realistic. An introductory section explains epilepsy and different seizure types from a medical perspective. An index helps readers focus on particular symptoms and other specific aspects of seizures, such as seizure warnings and triggers.
Navigating Life With Epilepsy
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Author : David C. Spencer
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2016-09-01
Navigating Life With Epilepsy written by David C. Spencer and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-01 with Health & Fitness categories.
Roughly 3 million people in the United States have already been diagnosed with epilepsy and another 200,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. Worldwide, approximately 1 percent of the global population is diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lives. With the diagnosis come questions, concerns, and uncertainties from both the person diagnosed and their family. So, where to go? Navigating Life with Epilepsy provides accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date information about epilepsy shared from the two decades of experience of epileptologist David Spencer, MD, FAAN. This book guides the reader through the initial diagnosis, offers explanations on current approaches to diagnostic testing, medications, treatment options, and life management for the patient, their family, and their caregiver. Patient's stories are peppered throughout to illustrate that you are not alone: like you, they must navigate the myriad psychosocial challenges associated with epilepsy, including everyday concerns like driving, work, and relationships. Navigating Life with Epilepsy is a perfect resource for both patients with epilepsy and the family members and friends who care for them.
Live Learn And Be Happy With Epilepsy
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Author : Stacey Chillemi
language : en
Publisher: STACEY CHILLEMI
Release Date : 2005-05
Live Learn And Be Happy With Epilepsy written by Stacey Chillemi and has been published by STACEY CHILLEMI this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-05 with Health & Fitness categories.
The techniques in "Live, Learn, and Be Happy with Epilepsy," will help the reader build the inner power to do anything or become anything they want in life. This program will help you build confidence in yourself. Once they establish self-assurance, the reader will start to see their inner strength boost. When one quality improves, all their other attributes will enhance also. This book will give them the tools to learn how to incorporate epilepsy into their life so the reader can live with the disorder on a positive note. The reader can make life anything they want if they have positive goals to focus on and if they have a good understanding of how to approach them. This book gives the reader the materials they need to gain encouragement and strength to overcome having epilepsy and being able to live life to its fullest.