Planning for Today and Tomorrow Parents discuss their concerns and strategies in planning for their children's futures. Emphasis on planning for a transition to independence is addressed through social programs and peer relationships with the coordinated services of the Epilepsy Association. Communication with other families sharing a similar experience is stressed as an important social network. The Rest of the Family Difficulties that family members experience when a family member has epilepsy are discussed. Issues of stress, fears not expressed, communication problems, and the need for a supportive social network are addressed.
Family members do share the growth that can be experienced within themselves and with each other.
School Planning for Children with Seizure Disorders Produced for parents or caretakers of children with epilepsy to inform them of their rights within the educational system. A team approach is stressed in the educational setting to effectively address the needs of a child with epilepsy in collaboration with the family. Mainstreaming the child in the educational system is emphasized. Seizure First Aid Procedures are suggested in administering first aid during a seizure. A brief discussion of complex partial seizures is included.