Larry,
Welcome to our group. I have had no experience with what you are
coping with your son. But I think there are others here who will.
Although I have had EP for 47 years-- I have learned a lot from
this group. Hope you do also.
Millie
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> I have a son who has epilepsy. He has had epilepsy for 27 years -- he is
> now 34 years old. Needless to say his life has been full of challenges and
> repercussions from his disease. Growing up we tried to make life as normal
> as possible in school, in the workforce, socially, etc. However, in later
> years he is becoming more and more recluse and self demeaning. He refuses
> to go out to involve himself in public -- socially or any other way. His
> self-worth is at an all-time low. When we suggest getting involved in
> epilepsy groups or going outside to church activities or trying to obtain
> another job (he lost his first job due to (and is in my opinion)
> discrimination regarding his health).
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> Does anyone have any suggestions -- my wife and I feel we are at our wits
> end. Thank you for anything you can come up with.
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> Larry McPherson
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