Seizing Control

This book has been written in the belief that the more the person with epilepsy understands about the condition, the less it is feared, and the less it is feared the more that person feels in control. More in-depth knowledge allows that person to make informed decisions about his or her care and ultimately to develop some control skills over actual seizures. It will be as valuable for the life-long epileptic as for the person who has only recently developed epilepsy. Equally, families and friends will find this a supportive and reassuring book. The emphasis throughout is placed on the positive steps that someone suffering from epilepsy can take to ensure that they manage the condition rather than have it manage them. Separate chapters focus on putting epilepsy in context, coping with the physical and psychological effects and the role that both medical and non-medical professionals can play. Finally, there is a list of helping resources for future reference.