Persistent Vegetative State: Related Videos
Not all epileptic seizures are noticeable. For some, they can occur while a person is asleep, making epilepsy hard to recognize and also more severe. Learn how to break out of this vicious cycle.
Keywords: Epilepsy, sleep, sleep-related epilepsy, seizure activity, seizures, chronic, unprovoked, electrical storms, brain, neurologist, transition, sleep stage, wakefulness, seizure history, video EEG monitoring, video, brainwave, sudden death, sleep deprivation, sleep disorder, sleep apnea, anticonvulsants, antiepileptic drugs, antiseizure medications, phenobarbital, phenytoin, Dilantin, topiramate, Tompamax, zonisamide, Zonegran, lamotrigene, Lamictal, over-the-counter, prescription, sleep aide, Ambien, zolpidem tartrate, Sonata, zaleplon, Valium, diazepam, Restoril, temazepam, seizure control, sleep-wake cycle
Anti-seizure drugs are effective for many with epilepsy, but about one-third of patients may need additional help. Learn what options are available when seizures aren't controlled by medications.
Keywords: Epilepsy, seizures, medication resistant epilepsy, refractory epilepsy, recurrent, unprovoked, brain, awareness, antiseizure medications, anticonvulsant medications, antiepileptic devices, combination therapy, quality of life, anxiety, physical injury, sudden death, video EEG monitoring, surgery, frontal lobe, seizure-free, vagus nerve stimulator, vagal nerve stimulator, ketogenic diet, Atkins diet
When someone-- a sibling, parent or grandparent-- passes away, it's often hard to know what the youngest members of the family are going through. Children may seem oblivious or indifferent, but they are probably going through intense and confusing emotions for which they need support. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the psychology of children in times of grief.
Keywords: Children, death, bereavement services, grieving, Benyamin Cirlin, Patty Donovan Duff
When someone-- a sibling, parent or grandparent-- passes away, it's often hard to know what the youngest members of the family are going through. Children may seem oblivious or indifferent, but they are probably going through intense and confusing emotions for which they need support. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the psychology of children in times of grief.
Keywords: Children, death, bereavement services, grieving, Benyamin Cirlin, Patty Donovan Duff
When someone-- a sibling, parent or grandparent-- passes away, it's often hard to know what the youngest members of the family are going through. Children may seem oblivious or indifferent, but they are probably going through intense and confusing emotions for which they need support. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the psychology of children in times of grief.
Keywords: Children, death, bereavement services, grieving, Benyamin Cirlin, Patty Donovan Duff
If someone close to you is nearing the end of his or her life you know that this can be a challenging and confusing time for everyone involved. What are "normal" feelings and behaviors during this period? What can you do to prepare yourself for your relative or friend's death?
Keywords: Grief, bereavement, death, family, friend, terminal illness, heart attack, accident, denial, anger, depression, bargaining, acceptance, grief counselor, bereavement counselor
Caring for an ill spouse can present some exceptionally difficult circumstances. Set boundaries, seek advice and don't forget to care for yourself.
Keywords: Caregiving, caregiver, chronic illness, incapacitated, disabled, aging, elder care, husband, wife, illness, sickness, long-term care, hospice, injury, falls, wheelchair, stamina
Children whose epilepsy is not controlled through medications may want to consider alternatives. Learn about one option that is growing in popularity.
Keywords: epilepsy, pediatric, children, brain, surgery, anti-seizure medications, anti-convulsant medication, refractory epilepsy, medication resistant medication, seizure control, alternative, MRI scans, PET scans, SPECT scans, MEG, pediatric, child, craniotomy, neurostimulation, vagus nerve, stimulator, electrical pulse, seizure focus, vagal nerve, corpus callostomy, focal abnormality, EEG, electroencephalogram, safety, efficacy
To reap the benefits of antioxidants, it helps to know what foods pack the most of them.
Keywords: Bonnie Taub-Dix, Risa Schulman, antioxidants, antioxidant, pomegranates, blueberries, cranberries, spinach, coffee, red wine, fruits, vegetables, diet, nutrition
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