The first step in managing seizures is to make sure you’re ready to take action. Start by asking yourself these questions:

Do you have a plan for how to respond to seizures?

Do you have a way to keep track of your seizures and medicines?

Do you know how to prevent a seizure emergency?

Do you have a plan to keep yourself from getting hurt during a seizure?

Do you have a way to track your seizure triggers, so you can avoid them if possible?

Do you feel comfortable telling others about your seizures?

Are you getting the help you need?

If you answered yes to all of these questions, congratulations! You’re already on the right track to managing your epilepsy.

Browse epilepsy.com for any information you need to add to your current plans. Let us know what else you need, too!

If you answered no to any of these questions, please keep on reading!

The Get Help pages on epilepsy.com can help you get started. You can learn valuable skills and find resources to help you manage your seizures and epilepsy.

Use the resources in our Tool Box to develop your own goals and plans with your doctor or nurse.

No matter what you answered, be sure to: