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Mood swings drive me crazy. Switching one emotion for another is never fun. Is there ways to stop swings from happening without meds?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Murfreesboro, TN
January 24
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How can you manage mood swings from epilepsy without medication?

Mood swings with epilepsy can be incredibly frustrating, and while they're often challenging to control completely without medication, there are lifestyle strategies that may help stabilize your emotions.

Lifestyle approaches that may help:

- Stick to a Show Full Answer

How can you manage mood swings from epilepsy without medication?

Mood swings with epilepsy can be incredibly frustrating, and while they're often challenging to control completely without medication, there are lifestyle strategies that may help stabilize your emotions.

Lifestyle approaches that may help:

- Stick to a consistent routine, especially for sleep and daily activities. Regular sleep schedules can help stabilize both mood and seizure control.
- Practice stress management techniques like mindfulness or relaxation exercises. It takes time and repetition, but these skills can become more effective with practice.
- Keep track of what triggers your mood changes. Some members find that certain situations or lack of sleep worsen their emotional swings.

Important considerations:

Some anti-epileptic medications can actually worsen mood swings, depression, anxiety, or irritability. If your mood swings have gotten worse since starting or changing medications, this is definitely worth discussing with your neurologist.

A MyEpilepsyTeam member shared: "What helps with taking medication is developing a routine and sticking with it... Just set up your routine and go for it."

While non-medication strategies can help, mood swings are a common part of living with epilepsy. Working with your healthcare provider to address both your seizures and emotional health together often provides the best results.

January 24
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I take drug for mood swings. Lamotrogne. Used for seizures and mood swings. 2 in one. Thanks for your blessings.

January 27
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member. Have therapist. Have not heard from him in a while. It was good to share feelings.

January 25
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I agree my emotions are pie two

January 24
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I have bad mood swings some times. This is tough because they were never a part of my personality. I believe the medication plays a role here but can't stop those. I usually feel bad after a blowup and can usually calm down but the damage has already been done. I don't know if there are any answers to mood swings with this disease! Maybe some meditation but again, not easy.

January 24

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