Epilepsy - Be A Hero

[Dorchada]

I have died twice because of my seizure like episodes. But I can tell you I decided a long time ago that I wouldn't let my seizures rule my life.

[Dorchada]

This is an awesome song. I have been suffering from absence seizures and seizure like episodes since I was 12.

[epilepsyandpnes]

We have just made this Facebook page for Epilepsy and P.N.E.S... facebook.com/epilepsy.and.pnes

[MrKillermike3]

Oh and whoever that 1 person is that hates it... U can go to hell.

[MrKillermike3]

I have Epilepsy. It sucks. I get made fun of in school. :(. It's my biggest problem. And everyone knows I have them. It's not something I want to live with. So god plz make them go away. My family agrees they want them gone as well. :(

[Denalynnnful]

Some people actually find it funny to make fun of people with this horrible health condition it can ruin your life if you let it but I laugh at the complete ignorance of people that find humor in hating on people with this condition it just shows complete stupidity

[manchester26m]

@puritygirl1 Yes it can. Status Epilipticus has a 30% mortality rate if it goes on for longer than 1 hour.

[dosh228]

@manchester26m sucks aye shame someone couldnt like knock us out when one starts to stop it that'll be gold, hang in people shame this currency prob the world supposably has atm was due to research of health not war..

[manchester26m]

Throwing away your pills is not heroic, its downright stupid and irresponsible.

[DirtxInxThexGround]

Thanks for making such a positive video about people with epilepsy. I was diagnosed when I was 15 and went through years of depression and hated what had happened,also terrible anxiety.

But now I am 24,engaged and starting a new life in college as an archaeologist.

Anything is possible.You can still lead an extraordinary life whilst having epilepsy.

Epilepsy doesn't define the person you are,it's just a part of you.

[Peetafan13]

Thanks for making the video I was recently diagnosed with Epilepsy and it really does make me feel better to know that somebody cares to actually help us in the world and make a difference to educate others who don't get what we are going through Thank you so much

[CanadianStreetHockey]

What a touching video/song wow.... Best of luck to all those involved.

[annasalah12]

i am 16 and i live with Epilepsy

and i have lived with it since i was 5 and i have been in and out of hospitals all my life but now i ride horses everyday and go to school get good grades and swim i have been bullied all my life has been in a fire and has been beaten up for who i am but i still hang in their

[annasalah12]

i am 16 and i live with Epilepsy

and i have lived with it since i was 5 and i have been in and out of hospitals all my life but now i ride horses everyday and go to school get good grades and swim

[holly807311]

Epilepsy is not a problem if it is under control. There are many types of Epilepsy so you need to see a doctor for a referral to see a neurologist and appropriate medication to suit your particular type of seizure like optical effects etc and other disorders. Most of this video may scare some of the younger teenagers-- but understand if it is controlled you can have a normal life without the sadness and bullying that many of the comments portray . 

[holly807311]

People who get stroke often end up having Epilepsy through no fault of there own. A brain hemorrhage will destroy many parts of your cells in the brain this leads to different types of paralysis of the body. A left hemisphere stroke of the brain effects the right side of the body and a right hemisphere will effect the left side which can loose the use of the hand and some of the leg through muscle spasm which in turn can shorten the leg length. Suggestion--try to exercise and eat less junk.

[Ellamert]

Hey this is a great video. I have a sister who is affected by epilepsy. Who is this song by.

I will be wearing the purple for epilepsy. xx

[AF0rest]

I really feel for all who are diagnosed with this awful condition but I am so pleased that there is alot more openness about epilepsy now than there used to be, this is not to say that there is still many many eyes that need to be opened to how this condition can be so debilitating. Good luck to everyone and keep your hopes up.

[karatekidfu]

Thank you so much. It means a lot to know that there are those who suffer from Epilepsy out there, willing to stand up and speak against "The Ignorants". I have been under treatment for 7 years now. And, unusually enough, I sometimes appreciate it... why? Because it makes me stronger and more focused to go above and beyond the jokes and criticism. Epilepsy is not a "disability", but an affliction that you must cope with and therefore channel it into developing yourself into success. Thank you!

[lestroisamisdemoi]

@karatekidfu I know exactly how you feel because I have epilepsy as well. We are strong because we take one or many of the most powerful medications in the world. In addtion we go on with our daily lifes while having a daunthing thought that we might have a seizure at any moment, people without epilepsy do not know those feeling and I would never wish what we have on anyone. But, as I said before us anlong with all the epileptics will overcome!

[HannuhhhJayyy]

this song is actually trying to advocate bullying. but it works for Epilepsy too i guess....

[katakchomel84]

I hv epilepsy for 18 years now and it is even worse than having cancer... The emotional pressure I xperience will forever be in me. This song is good for ppl who don understand epilepsy... Most ppl don. so many misconceptions and believes. It was worst wen I was still schooling... Wat I don get it Is y kids in my school bullied me but frenz I made outside of school treat me normally and help without hesitation ??!??!!!!

[talingoh]

I just attend a paramedic training and we had seizures as topic yesterday. To be honest I had no clue about seizures so far and I'm glad that I was able to learn about it. As a paramedic we have been asked to be aware of this topic, especially as we might be the first one noticing that the injury for which we have been called may have been based on a seizure that was never noticed before by anyone.

I wish you all the best and hope that the awareness in the peoples head is growing.

[videocritic4u]

I have epilepsy and this song gave me hope. Thank

LIKE THIS IF THIS SONG SHOULD BE ON ITUNES

[zebrahattack]

i'm 15, and i'm an epileptic. i'm proud of myself though. i'm glad i can help anyone threw seizures. i wanna be a a neurologist (:

[runrockwater]

love the video but aim still unconfortable talkin about it. aim in uni now and need to tell my dorn/fellow but aim not quite confortable about it and aim worried i may have one and not told her. i dont understand why i am having trouble now i told my friends in high school well senior year but better than nothing right? wat can i do? anyone know? dont know of a website to talk about this stuff so i just went to the video

[sk8ergurlp]

I'm 24 year old and have Epilepsy this video made me smile

[poetbjc64]

I wish this was out when I was growing. This explains me and how I was treated having to deal with this . There were many times I didn't want to wake up in the mornings to go to school

[ReviewCam]

Amazing video! I was just diagnosed with TLE and recently had two grand mals at night. SOOOO scary waking up on the floor and in pain, beaten up physically and emotionally. This video and song energized me and I feel stronger and less alone

[crazyboafrog1986]

thanks for making this video

[mfactor3]

"when she throws the pills out a hero is made" lol could be taken so wrong, sounds like i should throw my apo lamotrigen out

[jacksgranny18]

As the mother of two boys affected by Epilepsy I am thrilled to see this video. God Bless you for your insight and caring. Thanks for doing your part to restore my faith in humanity!

[TheAngah72]

good song...

[19rocker80]

Thanks for the vid! I've been living with Epilepsy for almost a year now. I actually have three kinds of seizures. Grand Mal, Petit Mal, and some other kind. I don't know what it's called now. I forgot. It was actually strage a few days ago while I was out on my walk (don't worry, I didn't have an "Episode"), because I was thinking to myself that they do things like marathons or whatever for cancer, but they don't do anything like that for Epilepsy, at least not where I live.

[DlinaSupiani]

i'm epileptic myself.. hope this video could be an eye opener to those who's been looking down on epilepsy

[northbabex]

This video made me smile, because I am a 15 year old girl who has epilepsey & I have seizures everyday.

I have a lot of them in school & people bully me about it & say I look ugly when I have a seizure. This made me smile & feel special.

Thankyou for making the video.(:

[mileyabz11]

Thnx For This Video, I Also Have Epilepsy, Im Findin It Hard To Deal With And This Video Made Me Feel More Comfortable With It Thanks

[birds16ful]

My 15 yrs old best friend Tommie has Epilepsy.

[pacificheights08]

great video, thanks, its great what your doing getting awarness, i also have epilepsy and its shocking how many people out there dont have a clue what it is and how to handle it. if you dont mind me asking what the song called and who wrote it.

[licataf]

not really my kind of music....but you deserve a big BRAVO. Thank you

[amintz8989]

i have a epilepsy..n i love this song..

thanx..

[ramiro104018]

when i try to get up fast i have uncontrolled jerky movements. Do i have epilepsy?

[Danjorlyons]

Its very possible. You might also have disaninomia. I would reccomend seeing a neurologist asap

[moderndayrambo]

Epilepsy is supernatural. Trust me I have had 4 seisures in my life and its the most effing lonely feeling you will ever experience in all of the universes combined! I have seen the most "un-real" worlds during my seisures. This is a bad "human" kind of thing, but in a spiritual realm there is some insight

[PracticePeace]

kewl i am epileptic and going to learn skateboarding and geetar playin

[rachel5085]

Amazing video! My cousin has epilepsy and some boys at school always used to pin her down and flash a torch in her eyes on and off to try and make her have a seizure.People can be so cruel.

[gerryono]

faggots

[dawnaloveyou]

tx for makeing this video becouse i have epilepsy and people make fun of me and i do think about suicied but im 15 and i had epilepsy when i was little and i does go on with it and on march 26 where purple for the help of epilepsy

[ChelleAmy]

Thanks for watching this video, I hope it made you feel a bit better! Epilepsy is serious, but it's managable :-)

I will be wearing purple for Epilepsy x

[theused69]

@dawnaloveyou Dont worry.Dont kill yourself. Never mind those people who tease you. God will take care of them. Be humble and pray! GOd bless you girl! Glad your still here!

[Yoshiko11]

I have complex partial epilepsy (CPs) and I have had seizures since I was 6 years old. There are ways to deal with it such as medication and education. Everyone has them differently and effect them differently as well.

You can die from epilepsy but in injuries from a seizure or accident or SUDEP which is Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy but its rare.

Everyone take care and be safe!

-Crystal

[Muptik95]

good video ,, iim epilepsy

but iim Sure yuu carnt die from it !

[ChelleAmy]

Hello. Sorry to hear about your epilepsy, however - you can die from it, still. (Of course, hopefully you wont!) If you watch my Death In Epilepsy video, it will tell you of the causes of death in epilepsy.

Goodluck with your condition and I hope it only gets better for you! :)

[Eriqo666]

Off course you can! What if you drive a car and suddely have a Seizure? Then it is a big chance to die.

I cut my entire head up and had to go to the hospital and got 20 stichtes, just cause falling down the stairs, caused by epilepsy..

[Ellamert]

@Muptik95 hey you can die from epilepsy.jett travolta was one oof many

[Ellamert]

@Muptik95 hey you can die from epilepsy.jett travolta was one of many who have died from a seizure so saying you cant isnt true

[chontelle01]

Hi Thanks for putting this movie on I have CP and Epilepsy.

all the best for the people liveing with Epilepsy.

[lottie4life]

very good i love the song amazing video

[ukburger]

get my private message?

[hopesofabetterday]

Some of the information that describes your video is incorrect. But I respect what you are doing.

[ChelleAmy]

I apologise... Which are the incorrect figures?

[MTSProductions]

Hey This video is extremely good! The song is perfect for it! I have had epilepsy since I was 13, I have learnt to deal with it however I do know someone who hasnt! I think more people should learn more about Epilepsy!

[rercangel]

I have just been diagnosed with epilepsy, people at school are horrible they treat me like im disabled, and spread rumours about me when i have seizures.

Its really scary and i'm currently starting my gcse's and its stressful enough without my school being unfair towards me. My teachers are really understanding but i've never felt so alone in my life.

Really love your videos and this song.

All my love.

R xx

[Mindraker1]

Keep talking with your doctor and your parents as to your medical progress. I went through many different antiseizure medications, in part because of allergic reactions, in part because of severe adverse emotional side effects of some of the medications. We've finally settled on two medications.

[TiuAndria]

It's a well made video that tell the reality.

It's necessary that people is sensitive regarding these evidences.

Without removals.Without turning the look elsewhere.

Ciao

[ProfessorLobo]

Is there any way to download one of your videos, I'd like to use one in an informative presentation about epilepsy...

[mrhappysaysbehappy]

yet another awesome video Chelle, keep up the good work!! BTW- who does sing that song, its really catchy lol :-)

[eyw1707]

this is a really good video my best friend has epilepsy

who sings this song?????

[ChelleAmy]

eyw1707,

Sorry to hear about your friend, hoping s/he gets better :)

The song is: Superchick - Hero.

If you'd like the song, just let me know.

Thanks for commenting.

Chelle xx

[WindsweptKisses]

Wow, what a fantatic video! I can't aplaude you enought for having such a positive outlook about it and knowing that there is light at the end of such a long, dark tunnel. I have seizures myself. I had an EEG done a few year ago and it did pick up an abnormal spike, but I was never told what it meant. Since then, I've just been treating it as Epilepsy. I don't have a great support system at all, and am completely alone (often getting yelled at for seizing).

I now know I'm not alone:)

[ChelleAmy]

Windswept,

I'm sorry to hear about your seizures, but more sorry for the lack of support and treatment by those around you, that you're getting. I have the same thing going on, as many others do, I'm sure.

People can be cruel, and look at the Epilepsy before the person-

But don't let it get to you. I hope you get better soon - No one deserves what you are going through.

Chelle xx