What You Should Know About Epilepsy - Conclusion

How can I give support to someone who has epilepsy?  Encourage him not to bottle up his feelings. Be a good listener. Ask him what he would like you to do if he has a seizure.  Since many people with epilepsy do not drive, perhaps you could offer a ride or run some errands for him.

Can seizures be reduced-or even prevented?  Some factors increase the likelihood of a seizure such as stress and a lack of sleep. Experts therefore encourage epileptics to get proper rest and to exercise regularly in order to reduce stress.  In some cases, medications have also been effective in preventing seizures.

Because of his epilepsy, a young man in Africa names Sello was dismissed from school at an early age.  He grew up without an education and without medications to control his epilepsy. But he wanted to understand the Bible, and Jehovah's Witnesses helped him. They not only studied the Bible with him but also taught him to read. Additionally, a Witness medical doctor  helped him get medication along with a social disability grant.  "Jehovah's Witnesses are truly loving Christians," says Sello, who is now  a Witness himself and enjoys sharing with others God's promise of a new world where sickness will be no more. - REVELATION 21:3-5. 

The Recovery Position

After convulsing has stopped . . .

*Kneel beside the patient and bend his arm at the elbow pointing it upward

* Gently tuck the hand of the patient's other arm underneath his cheek

* With your other hand, pull the patient's knee toward you, slowly rolling him over. Then move the patient's knee in front of his body so that it rests on the floor

* Tilt the patient's head up to allow for unobstructed breathing

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