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The BC Epilepsy Society provides a variety of DVD's and videos on topics relating to epilepsy for different audiences. These are available for viewing online for for loan from our Resource Centre. For a complete listing of our audio-visual resources, or to find material on a particular topic or for a particular audience, please contact our office at 604-875-6704.
Check this page regularly, as our lecture series and information videos are updated frequently.
Recordings available for viewing online include:
Speaking of Epilepsy Lecture Series
Genetics and Epilepsy
Discover the role genetics may play in epilepsy along with current research in BC from Dr. Michelle Demos, a pediatric neurologist who is also a clinical geneticist.
Human Rights Panel Discussion (new)
Three information experts on human rights share their thoughts with the participants in the audience.
Stress Management and Epilepsy - Part One (new)
Stress Management and Epilepsy - Part Two (new)
Dr. Audrey Ho and Dr. Joseph Zaide, a psychologist and neuropsychologist specializing in the treatment of individuals with epilepsy, share information about seizures and stress management. This includes possible correlations between seizures and stress and strategies to cope with and reduce stress.
Why Do We Treat Seizures
Doctors don’t treat seizures just because they occur. They treat seizures because they have consequences. Get the facts from neurologist Dr. Michael Jones to understand the importance of effective seizure control.
What's New in Epilepsy
Learn about new research and theories that have the potential to change how we look at epilepsy treatment with pediatric neurologist, Dr. Kevin Farrell.
Sibling Issues in Epilepsy
Psychologist Dr. Audrey Ho discusses family issues and epilepsy including strategies to encourage communication and understanding.
Epilepsy and Depression
Dr. Leon Berzen speaks about the associations between epilepsy and depression, including the way it manifests, management and other related issues.
Employment Issues and Epilepsy
Learn about your rights and strategies for success in the workplace from individuals experienced in legal advocacy and employment support.
Active Living With Epilepsy
A panel discussion including three people with epilepsy speaking about the benefits of leading an active physical and social life.
What to do When Your Medications Fail
A discussion with Dr. Farrell on optimizing the success of anti-epileptic medications and other treatment options including surgery, vagal nerve stimulation and diet.
Women and Epilepsy
Dr. Lisa Bateman, a neurologist specializing in women's issues, discusses the health concerns shared by women and girls with epilepsy including hormones, contraception, bone health, pregnancy, menstruation and menopause.
Epilepsy Medications
Dr. Kevin Farrell speaks on choosing an anti-epileptic drug including: what is most likely to be effective, the likelihood of side effects, and the cost. Learn about these issues as well as strategies to increase medication effectiveness and to decrease the risk of side effects.
Ask a Neurologist
A question and answer session with Dr. Gordon Mackie, a neurologist experienced in epilepsy-related issues.
Information Videos
Understanding Seizures and Epilepsy
Combines footage of real seizures and explores what happens when someone has a seizure. Examples are given to show how others can recognize what is happening and know what to do - and what not to do. In addition, people with epilepsy talk about how they would like friends, family and the public to treat them just like everyone else. For ages 11 and up. Run time: 11 minutes
Epilepsy: In Search of Effective Therapies
This program aired as part of the Healthy Body, Healthy Mind series on PBS. It combines scientific and clinical data with poignant stories and the real life experiences of physicians and their patients. Run time: 30 minutes
Seizure Disorders and the School
Designed to improve understanding of epilepsy for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. Shows actual seizures in children, describes first aid and management in the classroom, and stresses the importance of early recognition. It also details how epilepsy may affect learning and discusses how the teacher can make the school experience a positive one. Run time: 14 minutes
A Child Care Provider's Guide
Provides information on identifying and recording seizures, safety considerations, communication with parents, and helping other children understand epilepsy. Run time: 13 minutes
Because You Are My Friend Narrated by a child, this animated video provides young children with a simple and clear understanding of epilepsy. Describes seizures, first aid, differences, and the importance of friendship. For ages 5-10. Run time: 5 minutes
I Have Epilepsy Too Children with epilepsy discuss their experiences with seizures and coping with the physical and emotional aspects of epilepsy. The primary message is that epilepsy is only one part of their lives. For ages 7-11. Run time: 10 minutes
Take Another Look - Police Response to Epilepsy and Seizures This video promotes compassionate and appropriate first aid response to public safety personnel. It also discusses taking another look whenever faced with unusual behaviour or confused response, and always considering the possibility that a seizure could be the cause of it. Run time: 15 minutes
News Stories
CTV News Story on Seizure Dogs
Shaw Cable Feature on a BC Epilepsy Support Group
BC Epilepsy Society Public Service Announcement
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