It used to be that when I was tired I would have seizures; now when I am tired, I am just tired, and it's wonderful

January 02, 2018 | 22m 00s

In this story, a woman diagnosed with epilepsy describes her own medical struggles and what it was like balancing that with her child who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy; she describes the stress and daily life of their dynamic.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:40 - 49

GENDER:Female

EDUCATION:More than a college degree

RACE/ETHNICITY:White

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):1xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Caregiver

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Bones, Joints and Muscles; Brain and Nerves; Digestive System; Endocrine System; Mouth and Teeth; Female Reproductive System

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:Brain and Nerves; Pregnancy and Reproduction; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need; Getting health care that is right for your gender identity

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