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I am out of work due to my seizures and my siblings like to make fun of me for having to live at my parents house
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I am in my mid 40’s and I have lived with my parents my whole life. There’s so many things we can’t do on our own living with epilepsy. My parents have to drive me everywhere. Don’t think that you’re the only one who still lives and relies their parents.
It’s not easy to explain Epilepsy to someone if they are not willing to listen and try understanding. I don’t know how well they listen , but if they are willing , have them watch one or more of the documentaries with epilepsy. Especially ones that show all the person. Seizuring.
They think I fake my seizures and I don’t at all and I loose my short term memory I’m just trying to prepare for the holidays cause I know my sister is going to make some snide comment about me living at home
They will never know why until they walk a mile in your shoes.
How can you help your family understand your epilepsy and your current situation?
Having open conversations with your family about how epilepsy affects you is important, especially when it impacts major life areas like work and living arrangements. When talking with family members, try these approaches:
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