Navigating Life with Epilepsy

Table of Contents About the AAN's NeurologyNow Book Series Preface I. Introduction [engagement and introduction of cases/patients who will appear throughout the book] II. What is epilepsy? a. General introduction and definitions b. Seizure types c. Epilepsy classification III. How and why do seizures occur? IV. Who develops epilepsy? V. Establishing the diagnosis of epilepsy a. A visit with the neurologist i. A first seizure ii. An established diagnosis b. Testing i. EEG ii. Brain imaging iii. Specialized testing VI. Treatment of epilepsy a. Non-pharmacologic approaches and first aid b. Antiepileptic Medications i. Choice of medication ii. Adverse effects c. Epilepsy surgery d. Medical devices to treat epilepsy e. Complementary and alternative medicine f. Treatment in special populations i. Adolescents ii. Women iii. Older adults VII. Living with and Managing Epilepsy a. Navigating the day-to-day [driving, work, legal issues, relationships] b. Related brain conditions: cognitive problems, mood, anxiety, and more c. Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) d. Making your clinic visit successful VIII. The future of epilepsy care Glossary Resources/Appendices/ Index