To be told that you have epilepsy can be a shocking and even traumatic experience. Faced with this news, most people are anxious to obtain all the facts and to learn as much about epilepsy as they possible can. This book is written especially for those people. It covers the obvious medical issues regarding the different types of epilepsy and the treatment available for each type. It also answers questions on important issues such as employment, drugs, pregnancy and contraception, and other people's attitudes.

The expert authors answer over 220 real questions from people with epilepsy - giving you the knowledge you need to lead an active and fulfilled life.

Cuts through the confusing medical jargon, explaining the terms in plain English
Gives positive, practical advice on every aspect of living with epilepsy - from jobs to holidays, from practical matters to relationships and leisure time
Includes letters from people with epilepsy describing their experiences
Lists details of over 40 organisations offering information and support
Tackles the questions you may feel uneasy asking your doctor

Questions include:
Does everyone with epilepsy have the same type of seizure?
Can your inherit epilepsy?
Do all antiepileptic drugs have side effects?
Do doctors disapprove of complementary medicines?
I find it difficult to talk about my epilepsy to my partner, is there anyone else I can talk to?
Does my employer need to know about my epilepsy?
Does alcohol affect epilepsy, and if so, will I have to stop drinking completely?
Will sex start my seizures up again?
Will I be allowed to learn to drive?
Will our travel insurance cover epilepsy?
Are there any forms of sport or exercise "Expert answers to the questions which worry or puzzle people about epilepsy."
Dir Robin Day

“ The text is clear and covers many issues in a matter-of-fact manner.”
Monica Cooper, Manager, National Information Centre, British Epilepsy Association

“I know that the book will be of great help to people who have epilepsy and their families.”
Joan Gorton, Honorary Secretary, Huddersfield Epilepsy Group
About the Authors
Brian Chappell MPhil, BEd is the National Manager, Neuroeducation, at York District Hospital, and Project Manager at the Centre for Community Neurological Studies at Leeds Metropolitan University. He is a former Director of Information and Training at the British Epilepsy Association.

Professor Pamela Crawford MB, ChB, MD, FRCP is Consultant Neurologist and Director of the Special Centre for Epilepsy at York District Hospital. She is visiting Professor of Community Neurological Studies at Leeds Metropolitan University. I should avoid?
Do epilepsy drugs cause impotence?

Table of Contents

Part 1 What is epilepsy?
Part 2 Diagnosing epilepsy
Part 3 Treatment
Part 4 Is it an emergency?
Part 5 Feelings, families and friends
Part 6 Employment
Part 7 Practical concerns
Part 8 Travel and holidays
Part 9 Your social life
Part 10 Relationships, sex and pregnancy This title is available for license in the following territories:

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