Alternative therapies, like medical cannabis, may help people manage their seizures better. They can be included alongside your normal treatment plan.

The Epilepsy Foundation of America is proud to announce the appointment of Courtney Caputo as Chair of the National Board of Directors.

Adam wants people with epilepsy to know they’re not alone. Having a support system is key in navigating the journey.

It's finally time to get ready to go off to college. You have lots of questions about how your seizures will affect your college life. Should you tell your roommate and your new friends about the ...

Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder in the world. If you have epilepsy, surges of electrical activity in your brain can cause recurring seizures. We can help you understand ...

To help you get started, we’ve provided some suggestions below on different ways to keep track of your seizures, as well as what to write down before and after each seizure so you can capture every ...

Over 77,000 People in Arizona are Living with EpilepsyThe Epilepsy Foundation Arizona provides programs and services that support people and families impacted by epilepsy. With the strength of a ...

Two new anti-seizure drugs have moved forward in the testing and approval process. Potiva, known generically as ezogabine or retigabine was recommended for approval by an FDA advisory panel, although ...

Using a seizure diary helps with tracking and recording details of seizures. Seizure diaries come in the form of calendars, apps, and paper diaries.

Types of seizures are classified by onset or beginning of a seizure: focal, generalized, or unknown. Learn about the new classification of seizure types.

They are an alarm system. They are helpers, protectors, and service providers. So-called seizure dogs can be all these things – and more. Dogs can be trained as service animals for people with ...

For about 3% of people with epilepsy, exposure to flashing lights at certain intensities or to certain visual patterns can trigger seizures. This condition is known as photosensitive epilepsy.