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Epilepsy for Dummies

by Elizabeth A. Thiele

A broad guide to epilepsy and everyday support

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A broad guide to epilepsy and everyday support

Epilepsy for Dummies brings together medical information and the social dimensions of living with epilepsy. Its coverage includes seizure types, possible triggers and risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options such as medication, surgery, therapy, and neuromodulation. The guide also addresses safety, associated conditions, and ways family and friends can offer support. This combination makes the subject useful to consider not only through clinical questions, but also through the practical concerns that arise for people with epilepsy and those around them.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • People with epilepsy seeking an accessible overview of diagnosis, seizures, and treatment options
  • Family members, friends, and caregivers looking for guidance on support and safety
  • Educators and medical professionals seeking a broad consumer-facing resource

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Epilepsy and seizure typesDiagnosis and treatment optionsSafety and associated conditionsFamily and community support

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Book overview

A conversational guide to understanding and living with epilepsy

Millions of people around the world have epilepsy, but the condition is widely misunderstood. Epilepsy For Dummies breaks through outdated stigmas surrounding this complex neurological disease. The book offers a 360-degree view by incorporating medical, social, and other perspectives to help you cope with epilepsy or support someone who has been diagnosed. You'll learn about triggers and risk factors, different types of seizures, and getting a diagnosis. You'll also explore various treatment options, including medications, surgery, therapy, and neuromodulation. Beyond the basics, this guide addresses staying safe and managing associated conditions, empowering you to live well.

  • Get up-to-date facts about epilepsy, written in terms anyone can understand
  • Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for different seizure types
  • Discover how family and friends can support their loved ones with epilepsy
  • Find advice for feeling in control and living a fulfilling life

Epilepsy For Dummies is invaluable for anyone with epilepsy, as well as their caretakers, family, and friends. It's also a great resource for educators and medical professionals.

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