Disrupted REM sleep, nocturnal seizure activity, and anti-seizure medication side effects can all trigger intense dreams. You’re not alone if your #sleep feels restless! Do you often experience nightmares? #EpilepsyAwareness

Disrupted REM sleep, nocturnal seizure activity, and anti-seizure medication side effects can all trigger intense dreams. You’re not alone if your #sleep feels restless! Do you often experience nightmares? #EpilepsyAwareness
When one relies on daily anti-seizure medication, pill size often makes it more difficult than it should be. Huge tablets can be hard to swallow. Microscopic pills are easy to drop. Are the tablets you take large or small? #EpilepsyAwareness
Research shows fatigue significantly impairs quality of life, workplace productivity, and overall health. For people with #epilepsy, fatigue can be a daily reality. Do those around you accept that your rest is actually productive? #EpilepsyAwareness
Research shows that people with #epilepsy are significantly more likely to also have ADHD. Brain chemistry and seizure activity impact focus and executive function in complex ways. Have your doctors ever brought up #ADHD? #EpilepsyAwareness #ADHDAwarenessMonth
The fastest-growing group for new #epilepsy diagnoses is adults aged 65+. Many caregivers are squeezed between raising families and caring for ageing parents. Do you have any advice for people caring for ageing parents? #EpilepsyAwareness
Seizures are involuntary neurological events, yet people with #epilepsy are still met with judgment, fear, or suspicion when one happens in public. Is it finally time to trade stares and judgment for basic empathy and proper first-aid training? #EpilepsyAwareness
We’ve all thought, "I'll just do it later." but procrastination procrastination can be even riskier for people with #epilepsy. When a seizure can hit unexpectedly, "later" might mean dealing with recovery fatigue. Are you good at tackling tasks early? #EpilepsyAwareness
Cognitive training for #epilepsy doesn't have to be intense. Reading, puzzles, travelling a new street, or listening to music can stimulate neural pathways without causing unnecessary fatigue or stress. How are you going to train on #TrainYourBrainDay? #EpilepsyAwareness
Being self-reliant when living with #epilepsy can be empowering, but strict self-reliance can often build an invisible barrier to proper medical care. Seeking medical help isn't giving up control, but taking charge! #EpilepsyAwareness
4. Focus on your mental health - Nearly 30% of people with #epilepsy struggle with #depression. More struggle with #anxiety. Knowing the basic symptoms of common mental health conditions allows us to recognize if/when we need help. #EpilepsyAwareness
3. Discover your own Triggers - There are literally thousands of things that can trigger a seizure, but knowing which ones affect us individually can make a huge difference. Here's how to get started learning about your triggers. #EpilepsyAwareness
2. Mind your Triggers - Everyone has a seizure threshold. People with #epilepsy have a lower threshold. There are plenty of things that can reduce that threshold further. Here's an overview of the most common. #EpilepsyAwareness
1. Get your sleep - Other than meds, the most commonly reported seizure-trigger is a lack of #sleep. A rested 🧠 is often a protected 🧠 . #EpilepsyAwareness
2. Mind your Triggers - Everyone has a seizure threshold. People with #epilepsy have a lower threshold. There are plenty of things that can reduce that threshold further. Here's an overview of the most common. #EpilepsyAwareness
Mind your Triggers - Everyone has a seizure threshold. People with #epilepsy have a lower threshold. There are plenty of things that can reduce that threshold further. Here's an overview of the most common ones. #EpilepsyAwareness
Talking about seizures doesn't necessarily mean one is obsessing, but rather actively managing an unpredictable, serious neurological condition. Do people say that you pay "too much" attention to your health? #EpilepsyAwareness