Epilepsy can be tough to understand, because the presence of a seizure doesn't necessarily mean you have the disease! Get the facts on epilepsy here.
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Multimedia Center
Welcome to the epilepsy.com Multimedia Center! Here you can browse our expanding collection of Videos, Podcasts, and Animations. The multimedia items in this section are both educational and instructional, and include podcasts from the epilepsy.com community. Use the overview categories below to jump into the media of your choice, or scroll further down to see the latest videos, podcasts, and animations added to the website.
Some of the videos and podcasts in this section will show a person having a seizure. While only the person who has a seizure can really know what it feels like, others can appreciate the experience much easier by seeing what a seizure looks like. Seeing a seizure for the first time can be upsetting to some people, especially if they don't know what to expect. However, after viewing a seizure, most people are not as fearful as anticipated and find the experience helpful. For example, knowing what a seizure looks like can help people know what type of seizure they have, what to look for and write down after a seizure, and how to respond to someone during a seizure. Knowing what a seizure looks like can also make it easier to talk openly about seizures with friends, family, and health care professionals.
After viewing a seizure in a video for the first time, make time to talk to a trusted adult. People with seizures or their loved ones should write down their questions and experiences and share this with their health care providers as well. Children ideally should view these videos with a parent or guardian.
For more information about using this section, visit our Multimedia Help Center. We hope that the multimedia content found here will enhance your learning experience on epilepsy.com.
Videos
Epilepsy.com is pleased to present its series of eight episodes in "Understanding Epilepsy." In this section all visitors can view videos directly on the website while logged-in members can also Save, Rate, and Email their favorite videos. Additionally, view related epilepsy.com content drawn in to compliment the topics of each video.
Podcasts
Epilepsy.com podcasts are audio files available for download or subscription through iTunes. Podcasts in this section come from both the Epilepsy Therapy Project and from epilepsy.com members. Click through to this category to hear the latest epilepsy-related news, updates, and educational pieces on the go!
Additionally, logged-in members can use the orange "Upload Podcast" button to start or add to their own podcast collection. Learn more about starting and uploading your podcast.
Animations
Epilepsy.com animations are illustrations that help introduce topics and tell a story. This section contains two animations: "What is a Seizure?" provides an overview of epilepsy, the brain, and explains the differences between various kinds of seizures. "Seizure First Aid" is an educational piece that highlights what observers should - and should not - do when witnessing a seizure. These animations are excellent ways to introduce people to seizures and how to respond. Include these as part of basic seizure training for people with seizures, family members, friends and other caregivers.
Multimedia Content
 Understanding Epilepsy (Epilepsy.com #1)
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 Types of Seizures (Epilepsy.com #2)
There are many different kinds of seizures. Learn more in this video.
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 Understanding Partial Seizures (Epilepsy.com #3)
Partial seizures begin in a limited area of the brain. Each type of partial seizure is profoundly different.
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 Understanding Generalized Seizures (Epilepsy.com #4)
Understanding Generalized Seizures may be difficult to understand. Learn more about them in this video.
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 What Causes Epilepsy (Epilepsy.com #5)
Epilepsy affects nearly 3 million Americans! But who is really at risk?
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 Diagnosing Epilepsy (Epilepsy.com #6)
Diagnosing epilepsy is a complicated process that can take some time. Let's look at the process.
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 10 Truths About Epilepsy (Epilepsy.com #7)
Up to 3 million people have epilepsy in America, yet myths about the disease still abound. Get the facts here!
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 Epilepsy Through the Ages (Epilepsy.com #8)
Epilepsy isn't new...Let's follow the path of the disease through the ages.
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 New - Childhood Epilepsy: What You Need to Know
A Parents' Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment and Care
of a Child with a Seizure Disorder.
This is a short video clip from the full length film which was given to epilepsy.com courtesy of Becket Films, www.becketfilms.com.
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 This animation provides an overview of epilepsy, the brain, and explains the differences between various kinds of seizures. |
 This educational animation highlights what observers should - and should not - do when witnessing a seizure. |