Living With Epilepsy PEERS WITH EPILEPSY 2019 Epilepsy

Peers with Epilepsy Expectations Help Privacy Supporting peers who have epilepsy. Resources Where to

These can include: • • • Convulsions Loss of consciousness Staring into “nothingness” Lip

• Remove triggers – such as lights, sounds, alcohol, stress • Ensure they

Whether it’s a peer, a co-worker, or a friend with epilepsy, privacy is an

• Ask what they need or want when having an epileptic emergency. •

To find out more information about Epilepsy and how you can help, please contact

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

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

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

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 • Peers may want to keep their medical information private due to fears of discrimination or judgment © 2019 Epilepsy Foundation Idaho. All Rights Reserved. . privacy support resources overview expect help Privacy

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

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