Epilepsy Advocate Radio

Epilepsy Advocate Chris M. introduces the second season of Epilepsy Advocate Radio. Chris will talk to two Epilepsy Advocates and an epileptologist who will discuss how striving for optimal seizure control makes it possible to live beyond the

Becoming an Independent Young Adult

Mar 28th, 2011 4m 13s

Alyssa K. recently graduated from community college and is now attending a four year university. In high school, Alyssa was experiencing seizures and was not ready to move away from home to attend college. Alyssa decided that her situation was

Living Beyond the Boundaries of Epilepsy

Mar 28th, 2011 4m 50s

Heather E., a busy wife, mother and scholar, has overcome many challenges to get where she is today in her seizure freedom. Heather shares her journey and how she lives beyond the boundaries of epilepsy everyday. Just recently, Heather achiev

Getting the Most Out of Your Medical Care

Mar 28th, 2011 3m 59s

Chris M. interviews Dr. Cantrell, an epileptologist at the North Texas Neuroscience Center in Dallas. Dr. Cantrell shares encouragement on how you can become an empowered patient to get the most out of your medical care and achieve life goals

The Value of Education

Nov 18th, 2010 6m 59s

LaKeisha P. has overcome some major obstacles. As a young woman, LaKeisha got into a serious car accident and learned she had epilepsy. She couldn’t work because of her injuries, and as a result lost her house. After recovering, LaKeisha is

Seizure Response Dogs: Training

Nov 18th, 2010 5m 57s

Epilepsy Advocate Radio host Chris M. interviews Tib Holland, Director of Development at Canine Assistants, a non-profit that provides seizure-response dogs to deserving people living with epilepsy to help them live independently. Seizure-resp

Seizure Response Dogs and Families

Nov 17th, 2010 3m 51s

Epilepsy Advocate Amy W. shares her family’s story of how a very special dog named Lucia helps her eleven-year-old son, Spencer live more independently with epilepsy.

Real Challenges and Real Successes

Sep 30th, 2010 2m 25s

Epilepsy Advocate Chris M. previews the “Real Challenges and Real Successes” show, which highlights the obstacles people have faced when diagnosed with epilepsy and real life success stories.Chris M., Epilepsy Advocate Living with Epilepsy for

Regain Confidence, Move Forward

Sep 30th, 2010 12m 25s

At 40 years old, Epilepsy Advocate Marla H. was already experiencing multiple life challenges. She was unhappy with her marriage and contemplating divorce, raising three teenagers and pursuing her undergraduate degree in interdisciplinary stud

Achieve Seizure Control, Overcome Depression

Sep 30th, 2010 11m 27s

Epilepsy Advocate Rick S. was diagnosed with epilepsy during his first year of college – a time when most young people are beginning to assert their independence. Instead, Rick struggled with how to cope with an epilepsy diagnosis and resultin

Nurses' Role in Epilepsy Treatment

Sep 30th, 2010 13m

When someone is diagnosed with epilepsy, there are often a number of people who become involved in their healthcare team, one of whom may be an epilepsy nurse. An epilepsy nurse is often an essential part of the healthcare team and has differe

Care Giving and Getting - Introduction

Jun 7th, 2010 3m

Epilepsy Advocate Chris Maxwell introduces the “Care Giving and Getting” interview series. Chris Maxwell, Epilepsy AdvocateLiving with Epilepsy for 14 yearsCollege campus pastorAuthorFather of three

A Husbands Perspective

Jun 7th, 2010 6m

Chris Maxwell speaks with Jesse Black from Kentucky, who provides tips on caring for a significant other living with epilepsy, in this case his wife.Jesse BlackEpilepsy Advocate

Preparing your Child for College

Jun 7th, 2010 7m

Chris Maxwell speaks with Shelley Kays, a mother from New Jersey, who offers advice on helping your child transition successfully into young adulthood while living with epilepsy.Shelley KaysEpilepsy Advocate

Collaborating with Your Physician

Jun 7th, 2010 11m

Chris Maxwell speaks with Patrick Kwan, MD, from Hong Kong, who offers guidance on developing a collaborative partnership with your doctor, which is important for getting the best care.Dr. Patrick KwanAssociate Consultant and Clinical Asso

Epilepsy Perspectives – Introduction

Nov 9th, 2009 15m

Epilepsy Advocate Chris Maxwell introduces the “Epilepsy Perspectives” interview series. Chris Maxwell, Epilepsy AdvocateLiving with Epilepsy for 13 yearsCollege campus pastorPublished authorFather of three

Fitting Epilepsy Into Your Career Goals

Nov 9th, 2009 15m

Chris Maxwell speaks with Epilepsy Advocate Veronica Crowe about living with epilepsy while achieving career goals.Veronica Crowe, Epilepsy AdvocateLiving with Epilepsy for 15 yearsWorks at a Dallas law firm

Living With Epilepsy on Campus

Nov 9th, 2009 15m

Chris Maxwell speaks with Epilepsy Advocate Phil Gattone, a recent college graduate, who offers tips on succeeding in college and the transition to the working world with epilepsy. Phil Gattone, Epilepsy AdvocateLiving with Epilepsy for 18

Traumatic Brain Injury

Nov 9th, 2009 15m

Chris Maxwell speaks with epilepsy specialist Dr. Marc Dichter about epilepsy, traumatic brain injury and returning veterans.Dr. Marc DichterProfessor of neurology and pharmacology at the University of Pennsylvania School of MedicineWas Di

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