Nobody understands. I don't know
anybody else with epilepsy.

• You can talk to other people your age with epilepsy. Ask your doctor if there are any local groups you can join.
• If your parents agree, you can join an online chat group for teens with epilepsy.

If you are scared to tell people you have epilepsy:

• Talk to your parents or your doctor about this. They can help you decide who to tell and what you should tell them.
• Remember, your attitude is what matters. If you're positive, your friends should be too!

If you are worried you won't be able to drive:

• Most people with controlled seizures can get a license. States have different driving rules for people with epilepsy. Check with your doctor or Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for your state rules.

For more help and information, contact one or more of these epilepsy resources:

For Teens With Epilepsy

• Epilepsy Foundation
  www.epilepsyfoundation.org
  800-332-1000

• To find information for teens: Click on "Living With Epilepsy," then on "Teenagers."
  
  

• Entitled 2 Respect
  (Epilepsy Foundation Teen Web Site)
  www.e2respect.org
  800-332-1000
  

• Click on the "Chat Group" button on the home page to join a chat group for teens with epilepsy.

For Parents of Teens With Epilepsy

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  You Are Not Alone: Toolkit for Parents of Teens with Epilepsy
  www.cdc.gov/Epilepsy/toolkit/index.htm
  
  

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