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This book is written specifically for sufferers of epilepsy and their friends and families. This easy to understand, evidence based guide to epilepsy explains everything about the causes and effects of the disease, clearly and simply. The book addresses all aspects of epilespy, at all ages. It begins with basic descriptions and definitions of seizures, through the classification of seizures and epilepsy syndromes. The different forms of investigation...
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"Sometimes called the "miracle diet, " the ketogenic diet has helped doctors treat difficult-to-control epileptic seizures in thousands of children. Coauthored by four respected Johns Hopkins clinicians, Ketogenic Diets continues to be the definitive guide for parents, physicians, and dieticians wanting to implement this strict diet. This fifth edition has been extensively updated to reflect current advances in understanding how the diet works and...
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"This inviting chapter book series explores health topics through the friendly lens of therapy dogs. Follow an adorable therapy dog helping a child through a diagnosis of epilepsy, with strong messages of empathy, kindness, and courage. Therapy dogs are specially trained to help kids through medical experiences - from lifting spirits, motivating movement, modeling the power of play, and more. Nonfiction back matter provides more information about...
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"A children's book that promotes seizure and epilepsy awareness. Zeeba Zebra planned to have a regular school day but begins feeling unwell. Something unusual and scary happens that leads to an unexpected field trip to the hospital. What will Zeebra and her friends learn? A story that encourages children to embrace empathy, friendship, and courage." --