Epilepsy For Dummies (For Dummies (Health & Fitness))

A conversational guide to understanding and living with epilepsy

Millions of people around the world have epilepsy, but the condition is widely misunderstood. Epilepsy For Dummies breaks through outdated stigmas surrounding this complex neurological disease. The book offers a 360-degree view by incorporating medical, social, and other perspectives to help you cope with epilepsy or support someone who has been diagnosed. You’ll learn about triggers and risk factors, different types of seizures, and getting a diagnosis. You’ll also explore various treatment options, including medications, surgery, therapy, and neuromodulation. Beyond the basics, this guide addresses staying safe and managing associated conditions, empowering you to live well.

Get up-to-date facts about epilepsy, written in terms anyone can understandLearn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for different seizure typesDiscover how family and friends can support their loved ones with epilepsyFind advice for feeling in control and living a fulfilling life

Epilepsy For Dummies is invaluable for anyone with epilepsy, as well as their caretakers, family, and friends. It’s also a great resource for educators and medical professionals.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ For Dummies
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 27, 2025
Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1394333676
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1394333677
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.11 pounds
Best Sellers Rank: #510,985 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #71 in Epilepsy #539 in Immune Systems (Books) #689 in Nervous System Diseases (Books)