I do get support from family , but they sometimes may try telling me how to do something, that I have always known how to do. If I need help , I would ask for it
Since i was in kindergarten, people have always treated me like i was strange and i was always isolated growing up. I'm 69 yrsld and because of the stigma of epilepsy, i still don't have any friends. For me, epilepsy and isolation go hand in hand.
That's a good question because I have found out a few things that interest me. When I was having seizures, people had little about epilepsy they wanted to talk to me about. When I mentioned my surgery and how I have full control of seizures, they wanted to know everything before and after surgery.
To me in my views this answer would always be different because everyone is not the same person so everyone wants to ensure people are equal to what they see is correct or incorrect and to me everyone’s mindset is different so no one will always be the same however it doesn’t mean we can’t try to understand to be around each other and respect each other.
Living with epilepsy can be challenging as it's often misunderstood by others. Many people with epilepsy face daily struggles that others may not fully comprehend. It's a chronic condition that impacts daily life, and sometimes others don't realize the extent of its effects.
Healthcare providers recognize that epilepsy is a Show Full Answer