There are SO many ways for you to help those with this disorder. It's hard living with epilepsy, (as you may have learned from the explainer videos,) and not everyone receives the support they need. Maybe you know a friend who has epilepsy, a family member, or even yourself. I'm here to tell you today that there are many key ways to get involved, and most, if not all, techniques require little to no effort.
I can't begin to explain how learning about epilepsy helps more than you realize. From understanding seizures to potential triggers, expanding your knowledge about epilepsy does wonders. Not only does it allow fellow epileptics to promote self-acceptance, but it also reduces stigma and discrimination. It tones down those negative words in the community and replaces them with good ones. That is why I encourage you to go and learn more about epilepsy, because you may never know who you're supporting.
Support groups are so important. I'm not exaggerating. This is because of not only the fundamental emotional support epileptics need, but it's a sense of bonding. Rather than a support group being a random group of strangers online, you see them as more of a family. To add on, connecting with others who have epilepsy creates a good sense of community. From sharing positive experiences to negative, that sense of relatability is immense. And no: You don't have to have epilepsy to join a support group. Maybe you could share a positive experience about how someone you know can drive for the first time. Or maybe a negative one because they'll never be able to. Support groups offer a valuable resource for those with and without epilepsy. Joining a support group is a positive step towards providing aid to epileptics.
Similar to what I'm doing now, spreading awareness is one of the key things to do for epileptics. It reaches a wide audience to everyone, helping to break down misconceptions and stigma. Encouraging support and advocating through social media provides a well-earned opportunity to join a support group. It increases understanding through personal stories, promoting epilepsy research projects, and so much more. Social media is one of the best, (if not the best) ways to let everyone know what you can do for epilepsy. No one is incapable of spreading awareness: That's one of the best parts of supporting those with epilepsy.
There are so many more ways to promote epilepsy. From volunteering locally, donating to epilepsy research, or offering personal support to someone with epilepsy: That's the best they could ask for. How do I know this? Because I'm surrounded by an AMAZING community of friends and family, who will never judge me for being diagnosed with epilepsy. To add on, I'll let you in on another secret: So are you.