Get a small notebook and write down your feelings (if they feel out of place). Also note the date and time of those feelings. Emotions can play a HUGE part in seizure activity---especially anger.
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How do you manage the emotional ups and downs as a parent when you can't fix your child's epilepsy?
First, know that what you're feeling is completely valid. Research shows that parents of children with epilepsy experience higher rates of stress and anxiety than other parents — so you are absolutely not alone in this. Here Show Full Answer
How do you manage the emotional ups and downs as a parent when you can't fix your child's epilepsy?
First, know that what you're feeling is completely valid. Research shows that parents of children with epilepsy experience higher rates of stress and anxiety than other parents — so you are absolutely not alone in this. Here are some ways that can help manage those emotions:
- Talk to someone — a therapist, friend, or another parent who truly gets it
- Join a support group — connecting with others who share your experience can be incredibly restorative
- Move your body — exercise helps keep stress levels in check and boosts your mood
- Practice mindfulness — meditation or prayer can be powerful tools for coping
- Stay connected — even a quick text or call to a friend can help
One MyEpilepsyTeam member shared this: *"The big picture is living stress-free. Sometimes it's not what you stress about in life but how much of it you're willing to let go of."*
Letting go of what you can't control is hard, but it's one of the most powerful things a parent can do — for themselves and their child.
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