Find 5 ways to prepare for sending your child to school for the first time. With planning, children with epilepsy can have a successful school year.

A place to share questions, concerns, and challenges that adults with epilepsy may face in understanding, managing and living with seizures.

For National Epilepsy Awareness Month, Cynthia Folio, a professor of music theory, created selections of art and music to go with Dr. Schachter's books.

EmpowER&D, or “Empowering Epilepsy Research & Development,” is the Epilepsy Foundation’s new program aimed at reimagining how epilepsy research and development progress. By fostering collaboration ...

The 35th anniversary of the American Disabilities Act is worth celebrating. We take a look back and look at what we can do now to improve rights.

You are not your diagnosis, though sometimes it might feel like epilepsy is the center of attention. Practicing self-care helps you reset and create a sense of normalcy, even with seizures. Self-care ...

What Is Status Epilepticus? Status epilepticus occurs when a seizure lasts more than 5 minutes or when seizures occur very close together and the person doesn't recover consciousness between them.

When taking anti-seizure medications, talk to your doctor before stopping or changing seizure medications. Learn about options & risks of stopping.

Thanks to our national partnership with Savers thrift stores, you can support the Epilepsy Foundation and partner with local organizations by donating gently used clothing and household items you no ...

How Can Social Media Impact Your Epilepsy Journey? Social media can be a powerful part of your epilepsy journey. Whether you’re a person with epilepsy or a caregiver, it can connect you with others ...

Learning to lessen risks is a critical part of living safely with seizures. Find safety tips for a variety of situations.