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© 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved.. Living With Epilepsy PEERS WITH EPILEPSY © 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved..

© 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved.. Peers with Epilepsy Help What can you do to help when a peer is having an epileptic emergency? Expectations What can you expect when dealing with an epileptic emergency? Privacy How to protect a peer’s privacy when it comes to their epilepsy. Support Supporting peers who have epilepsy. overview expect help privacy support resources Resources Where to go for more information and support on epilepsy. © 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved..

© 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved.. What to expect People with epilepsy can show different symptoms during an epileptic episode. These can include: overview expect help privacy support resources Convulsions Loss of consciousness Staring into “nothingness” Lip smacking Jerking movement of limbs Memory loss © 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved..

© 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved.. How to help There are ways to help a peer when they may be having an epileptic episode. Remove triggers – such as lights, sounds, alcohol, stress Ensure they are in a safe location overview expect help privacy support resources Turn on side to avoid choking Call 911 if necessary Assist once the seizure has passed © 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved..

© 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved.. Privacy Whether it’s a peer, a co-worker, or a friend with epilepsy, privacy is an important thing to keep in mind. Do not give out medical information unless necessary or with permission overview expect help Peers may want to keep their medical information private due to fears of discrimination or judgment privacy support resources © 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved..

© 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved.. Supporting a peer One of the most important things you can do for a peer with epilepsy is just simply being there for them. Ask what they need or want when having an epileptic emergency. overview expect help privacy Some people may not want 911 called every time or only in specific instances. support resources Ask what their triggers are and what you can do to help avoid then. © 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved..

© 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved.. Resources To find out more information about Epilepsy and how you can help, please contact the Epilepsy Foundation of Idaho. Epilepsy Foundation of Idaho 100 Warm Springs Avenue Boise, ID 83712 Phone: 208-344-4340 Email: info@epilepsyidaho.org Website: www.epilepsyidaho.org overview expect help privacy support resources © 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved..