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Article: Living with epilepsy not around it.(Interview)
- Article from:
- The Exceptional Parent
- Article date:
- November 1, 2008
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Kevin Eggers is a 19-year-old college student from Seattle, WA who was diagnosed with epilepsy three years ago but hasn't let it prevent him from accomplishing his goals. As an Epilepsy Advocate, Kevin helps other teens and young adults realize that having a disability does not mean not living a normal and fulfilling life. EP recently discussed with Kevin his approach to epilespy and what he hopes others can learn from his experiences.
Exceptional Parent (EP): At what age were you diagnosed with epilepsy?
Kevin: I was diagnosed at 16 years of age but had been having seizures for about a year before that.
EP: How often were you having seizures?
Kevin: I did ...