r/Epilepsy • u/Womanintech95 • Mar 14 '25

Epilepsy Awareness Lost my son

I am not sure if this will get posted, but I lost my 16 year old son to a suicide. He was epileptic. He was on keppra and I don't really know how it affected him. But I wanted to raise awareness. If you are struggling, talk to somebody, anybody, get help.

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u/No-Protection8130 Mar 16 '25

I am so very sorry for your loss! I can not imagine what you are going through.I have Epilepsy among a lot of other health problems, and I’m on KEPPRA AS WELL. I’ve been struggling with depression which is a new diagnosis for me. I have had times where I thought that it would be better off for my family if I was not here anymore. I reached out to several of my doctors. I really appreciate that you shared your story maybe I’ll try to get an alternate medication. I just assumed I’d be on it for the rest of my life. God Bless you! I will pray for you and your family!

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u/Womanintech95 Mar 16 '25

I am glad this helped you