#epilepsy can be scary

[my-autism-adhd-blog]

The Scary Thing About Being Autistic

Neurodivergent Lou

[otamotone-dnp]

idk if I’ve ever said this on here before but I have epilepsy (haven’t had a tonic clonic seizure since I was 16, knock on wood) but a couple of times a year when I don’t get enough sleep or I’m stressed I will feel really “seizurey” for lack of a better word, I can feel the electrical energy in my brain and I get this awful feeling of impending doom. yeah feeling that today :(

[downsteepy]

if i may speak about my epilepsy out of nowhere for a moment . i rarely see other epileptics or just people in general talk about how like.. frankly just fucking annoying it is wrt the concept of driving. you have seizure. you are recommended to not drive for at least 6 months. this is worse if you're someone that has seizures everyday or every other day. im in seizure jail i cant drive right now even if i wanted to. why is my brain taking a part of my independence away

[rise-my-angel]

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[officialcheesecakefactory]

so. today i had the worst seizure i have ever had, with memory loss before and after. ngl i am worried this is related to the covid infection i just got over. really hoping that this isn't going to be my new normal.

[woso-dreamzzz]

Torn V

Kewis x Child!Reader

Summary: You go to the doctor

Usually, when you go to the doctor, it's because Mom has to have another checkup on her knee.

Lately though, it's because of you.

You go to the GP and then you go to another doctor and then another one.

Mom and Mommy are worried about you but you don't know why. They speak in hushed tones together and always make sure to squeeze you extra tight during bed time cuddles.

You don't understand what's going on, even as you're taken to the special doctor and have sticky things stuck to your head.

Mommy says that it's to check you're healthy. You don't know why you have to be checked like this all of a sudden but it's not too bad.

Mom had surgery before. That's scary.

Having weird things stuck to your head isn't scary, not really so you force yourself to be brave.

You get to hold your favourite dino toy nice and tight as you look up at flashing lights and the nurses set you up for the rest of your tests.

Things are weird but you must be brave like how Mommy was brave to move across the world to be with Mom and how Mom was brave when she had her knee surgery.

You have to be brave because Mom and Mommy are brave all the time and you don't want them to see you scared.

You go for more appointments too, to get your blood drawn and to be checked over.

Then, it's a round of waiting.

Mom and Mommy don't tell you what's going on, not really, but they hold you more often.

You're sitting in the doctor's office again when your moms get told the results.

Kristie's been anxious all morning, knee bouncing as the doctor pulls up your file.

Any number of things could be wrong with you.

She'd doom scrolled through google last night, reading about cancer and tumours for so long that Sam had to take her phone from her and hold her as she cried.

You'd never been sick like this before. Sure, you'd had the flu and a tummy bug before but your random zone outs are nothing like that.

Kristie doesn't know how long you've been having them, doesn't know how long they've been ignored for. She doesn't know if they're going to get worse or if you've already hit the worst of them.

She takes Sam's hand tightly in her own, eyes darting down to the floor where you're amusing yourself playing with your dinosaur toys.

"Alright and this is for the little one, right?"

Kristie nods.

"Can you confirm her name?"

"y/n Mewis-Kerr."

"And birthdate?"

Kristie answers easily and squeezes Sam's hand.

"Right." The doctor types in a few more things before swinging his chair around to face them.

"Is she okay?"

"That depends on what your idea of okay is. We can make a diagnosis after seeing the results of her tests."

"And?" Sam asks, getting a bit impatient with this man trying to delay telling them.

He reaches across the desk to grab a pamphlet, offering it up to them.

"We're very confident that Miss y/n has CAE. Childhood Absence Epilepsy."

"Epilepsy," Sam repeats," She's been having seizures?"

The doctor nods. "Now, there's not much to worry about at this stage." He opens the leaflet and points to a section. "The type of seizure she's been having are absence seizures. These are normal enough and aren't as dangerous as others."

"So...So she'll be okay?"

The doctor purses his lips. "Most kids grow out of it by the time they're teenagers but..."

Kristie sighs. "Some don't."

"There is a chance that she'll develop a different type of epilepsy as she grows up."

"That's it?" Sam scoffs, something unfamiliar swelling in her chest. "Oh, your kid has epilepsy! Here you go?!"

"Sam!" Kristie hisses.

"Mom?"

The room falls silent as you twist around to look at Sam, broken out of your play by her loud voice.

"Are you okay?"

Sam looks at you, mouth hung open for a moment before she opens her arms up for you.

You go to her willingly, letting her lift you up onto her lap.

"We're talking to the doctor about you, chook," Kristie says," He's going to help you get better."

"But I'm not sick," You tell her," Am I sick, Mommy?"

Kristie shakes her head. "No, chook and we're going to keep you that way. Let's just listen to what the doctor has to say."

The doctor clears his throat. "From what I've seen and what you've told me, I'm going to recommend some medicine to keep her seizures under control. I'll send off the prescription in a moment and the pharmacy will call you when it's ready. All the dosages and instructions are on the bottle."

Kristie nods as Sam holds you tighter than before.

"We'll schedule another appointment in a month so we can check how she's doing on her new medication and we'll adjust as needed. She'll also need to be seen by her neurologist at least once a year just to check on how she's doing."

"And...And if she does develop a different type of epilepsy?" Sam asks tentatively.

"Then we'll cross that bridge when we come to it."

[estellan0vella]

Dr Yuji Older Brother Sukuna AU HFBU

You smooth out your clothes nervously, standing outside Sukuna's apartment door. This is a big step, meeting his little brother Yuji for the first time. Sukuna has talked about Yuji often, and you know how important he is to him. The sound of the lock turning snaps you out of your thoughts, and the door swings open to reveal Sukuna's imposing figure.

"Hey," he says, his deep voice softer than usual. "Come on in."

You step inside, feeling a bit more at ease when Sukuna gives you a reassuring smile. The apartment is cosy and welcoming, a stark contrast to Sukuna's often gruff exterior. You can hear the sound of a cartoon playing in the background and the pitter-patter of little feet.

"Suku!" a high-pitched voice calls out, and a small blur rushes towards you. Yuji, a bright-eyed four-year-old, skids to a stop in front of you, looking up with wide, curious eyes. "Hi! I'm Yuji!"

You crouch down to his level, smiling warmly. "Hi, Yuji. I'm Y/N. It's nice to meet you."

Yuji grins, his excitement contagious. "Do you like dinosaurs? I have lots of dinosaur toys!"

"I love dinosaurs," you reply, and his face lights up even more.

"Come see! Come see!" he urges, tugging at your hand.

"Alright, alright, slow down," Sukuna interjects, his tone firm but fond. "Give Y/N a chance to breathe."

Yuji giggles and runs back to his toys, giving you a chance to stand up. Sukuna places a hand on the small of your back, guiding you further into the apartment.

"He's really excited to meet you," Sukuna says softly.

"I'm excited to meet him too," you reply, feeling some of your nerves dissipate.

The three of you settle in the living room, with Yuji eagerly showing off his dinosaur collection. You laugh and play along, enjoying the warmth and joy in the room. Sukuna watches, his usual stern expression softened as he sees you and Yuji getting along.

After a while, you start to feel a bit off. The familiar sensation of an impending seizure begins to creep in. You try to catch Sukuna's eye, but he's engrossed in a conversation with Yuji about the different types of dinosaurs.

"Sukuna," you manage to say, your voice shaky.

He looks over immediately, his eyes sharp with concern. He knows the signs. He quickly excuses himself from Yuji and moves to your side.

"Hey, it's okay. I've got you," he murmurs, his hand firm and steady on your shoulder.

Yuji looks confused, sensing the shift in the room's atmosphere. "What's wrong with Y/N?"

"Y/N just needs a little rest," Sukuna explains, keeping his voice calm for Yuji's sake. "Let's give her some space, alright?"

You feel the seizure coming on stronger now. Sukuna helps you lie down on the couch, ensuring you're safe and comfortable. He keeps a protective watch over you, his expression a mix of worry and determination.

Yuji stands nearby, clutching his favourite dinosaur toy. "Is Y/N gonna be okay?"

"Yes, she will be," Sukuna assures him. "Just stay calm and quiet for a bit, okay, buddy?"

Yuji nods solemnly, his eyes wide as he watches you. The seizure doesn't last long, but it's exhausting. When it's over, you feel disoriented and tired, but Sukuna is right there, his presence grounding you.

"It's okay," he whispers, brushing a strand of hair from your face. "Just rest now."

You close your eyes, the exhaustion pulling you into a deep sleep. Sukuna stays by your side, his hand never leaving yours. Yuji watches quietly, his little face full of concern.

After a while, Sukuna moves to sit next to Yuji, who immediately climbs into his lap. "Is Y/N gonna be okay, Suku?" he asks again, his voice small.

"Yeah, she's gonna be fine," Sukuna replies, his tone gentle. "Y/N has something called epilepsy. Sometimes it makes her have seizures like that. It's scary, but we know how to help her."

"Can I help too?" Yuji asks, his determination mirroring Sukuna's.

"You did great by staying calm," Sukuna says, ruffling Yuji's hair. "That's a big help. And you know what else? When Y/N wakes up, she might need some cheering up. Think you can handle that?"

Yuji nods vigorously. "I can do that!"

Sukuna chuckles, the sound rare but genuine. "I know you can, little man."

You sleep peacefully, comforted by the sounds of Sukuna and Yuji's quiet conversation. When you finally start to wake up, the first thing you see is Yuji's concerned face inches from yours.

"Y/N!" he exclaims, his voice a mix of relief and excitement. "Are you feeling better?"

"I'm feeling much better, Yuji," you assure him, your voice still a bit weak. "Thank you for being so brave."

Yuji beams and runs off, returning quickly with his toy doctor's kit. "I wanna give you a check-up, to make sure you're really okay!"

Sukuna can't help but laugh at Yuji's earnestness, and you join in, the sound easing the last of the tension from the room.

"Alright, Dr. Yuji," you say, smiling. "What do I need to do?"

"Just sit still," Yuji instructs, mimicking the serious tone of a real doctor. He pulls out a plastic stethoscope and places it against your chest. "Breathe in and out."

You follow his instructions, and Sukuna watches with a soft smile as Yuji goes through his whole routine, checking your reflexes by tapping something against your forehead and even pretending to give you a shot.

"You're all better now!" Yuji declares proudly.

"Thank you, Dr. Yuji," you say, ruffling his hair. "I feel much better after your check-up."

Yuji grins and sits back, clearly pleased with himself. Sukuna pulls you closer, his arm around your shoulders.

"See? I told you he'd love you," Sukuna murmurs, his eyes full of affection.

"You were right," you reply, leaning into him.

Yuji climbs into your lap, snuggling close. "Are you gonna stay for dinner?"

"I'd love to," you say, looking at Sukuna. He nods, his expression warm and inviting.

As the evening progresses, you find yourself more and more at home in Sukuna and Yuji's apartment. Dinner is a simple affair, filled with laughter and conversation. Yuji chatters away, delighted to have you there, and Sukuna watches you both with a contented smile.

Later, after Yuji has fallen asleep in your lap, Sukuna gently carries him to bed. You follow, watching as he tucks his little brother in with a tenderness that belies his tough exterior.

"You two looked pretty cosy," Sukuna remarks as he closes Yuji's door.

"He's a sweet kid," you reply, smiling. "You're doing a great job with him."

"Thanks," Sukuna says, his voice gruff but appreciative. "Means a lot coming from you."

You reach out, taking his hand. "I'm really glad I came over today."

"Me too," he says, pulling you close. "And about earlier... I know it's tough. But I'm here for you. Always."

You nod, feeling a swell of emotion. "Thank you, Sukuna. I don't know what I'd do without you."

"Good thing you don't have to find out," he replies, kissing the top of your head.

As you stand there, wrapped in Sukuna's arms, you feel a deep sense of belonging. The apartment, once an unfamiliar space, now feels like a place where you can truly be yourself, supported and cared for by the people who matter most.

The night passes peacefully, and you wake up the next morning to the smell of breakfast wafting through the apartment. You stretch and make your way to the kitchen, where you find Sukuna at the stove, flipping pancakes, while Yuji sits at the table, coloring a picture.

"Good morning," you greet them, your voice still a bit groggy.

"Morning," Sukuna replies, his tone softening when he sees you. "Feeling okay?"

"Yeah, much better," you assure him, touched by his concern.

"Y/N!" Yuji calls out, holding up his drawing. "Look! I made this for you!"

You walk over to see his masterpiece—a colorful depiction of the three of you, complete with smiling faces and a big, yellow sun. "This is amazing, Yuji. Thank you!"

He beams with pride. "I'm glad you like it!"

Sukuna plates the pancakes and brings them to the table. "Alright, let's eat before these get cold."

You all sit down together, enjoying a leisurely breakfast. The conversation is light and easy, filled with laughter and Yuji's endless stream of stories. Sukuna watches you both with a satisfied smile, clearly content with how well you and Yuji have bonded.

After breakfast, Yuji insists on showing you his favorite park. Sukuna agrees, and the three of you head out, the morning sun bright and warm. The park is a short walk away, and soon Yuji is racing ahead, his laughter echoing through the air.

"You sure you're up for this?" Sukuna asks, his eyes scanning you for any signs of fatigue.

"I'm fine," you reassure him, touched by his vigilance. "Really. Let's just enjoy the day."

He nods, his hand finding yours as you walk. "Alright. But let me know if you need a break."

At the park, Yuji immediately heads for the playground, his energy boundless. You and Sukuna sit on a nearby bench, watching him with fond smiles.

"He's really something," you remark, your heart swelling with affection for the little boy.

"Yeah, he is," Sukuna agrees, his gaze fixed on Yuji. "He's my world."

"And you're his," you add softly, squeezing his hand. "You're an amazing guardian, Sukuna."

He looks at you, his expression serious. "I try. But it helps having you around. You make things better."

"I'm glad," you say, leaning your head on his shoulder.

You spend the rest of the morning at the park, playing with Yuji and soaking in the joy of the simple moments. When it's time to head back, Yuji reluctantly leaves the playground, but not before making you promise to come back again soon.

Back at the apartment, you all settle in for some quiet time. Yuji takes a nap, exhausted from his morning adventures, and you and Sukuna find yourselves on the couch, enjoying the peaceful afternoon.

"Thank you for today," you say, looking up at Sukuna. "For everything."

He pulls you closer, his arm around your shoulders. "No, thank you. For being here. For being you."

You smile, feeling a warmth spread through you. "I love you, Sukuna."

"I love you too," he replies, his voice deep and sincere.

As the afternoon sun filters through the windows, casting a golden glow over the room, you realize that this is where you belong. With Sukuna and Yuji, in this little corner of the world you've carved out together. It's not always easy, but it's real, and it's yours.

[macgyvermedical]

Are the posts and you normalizing hallucinations or saying/ trying to say that it's okay to have them it doesn't make anyone abnormal.

Would you say that it's best to get any hallucinations checked out

Or normalize having them and just live with them.

Where is one supposed to draw a line for when it is normal or not to have hallucinations.

Isn't acceptance different than sweeping it under the rug as normal.

PS I mean no offense, just that i know of people who did not seek help early on considering hallucinations to be normal.

Hi!

So, there’s always a fine line one walks when talking about stigmatized mental illness.

For one thing, you want to be like: “hey! You’ve had these symptoms too! Lots of people do! They don’t make us scary to be around!” For the people who might be afraid of the illness because of what they see on TV and how secretive most of us need to be IRL about it.

For another, you want to be like: “hey, I take 4 medications to control these symptoms because I don’t like them! They’re a part of who I am, they’re a natural part of life, but also they’ve caused me problems and I couldn’t work or have good relationships if I didn’t take the meds and go to the appointments!” For the acceptance piece when talking to other people who might experience psychosis symptoms.

And still another: “mental health symptoms like hallucinations are sometimes associated with things like epilepsy and brain tumors, and really you need to rule those out before you can make a firm diagnosis of schizophrenia or other psychosis, because the treatment is different.” Because that’s also true.

And it’s really hard to encapsulate all of those into a single post without a lot of parentheses and caveats. Being an educational blog, I tend a little hard on the “hey don’t be afraid, look at this thing you’ve experienced and scale it up. Does that make you dangerous? Scary? Probably not. Doesn’t make me that way either.”

But it is good to keep in mind that the other 2 approaches exist and are important for a balanced view on the topic.

[multiplicity-positivity]

Here’s some positivity for systems who hallucinate!

Experiencing psychosis can be scary, alienating, confusing, and isolating, but for many systems, this is a fact of life! Systems who hallucinate are cherished, beloved, and valued members of the plural community, and they belong in our spaces just as much as anyone else! This post goes out to all the systems who hallucinate out there!

💜 Shoutout to systems who are hallucigenic, psychogenic, schizogenic, or whose plurality was caused by their hallucinations in some way!

💙 Shoutout to systems who experience hallucinations that mainly affect their senses taste, smell, and touch!

💚 Shoutout to systems who struggle to determine whether the voices they hear and figures they see are hallucinations, fellow headmates, or something else!

💛 Shoutout to systems whose hallucinations are often paired with delusions!

🧡 Shoutout to traumagenic systems who struggle with trauma-based psychosis!

❤️ Shoutout to systems with hallucinations caused by Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, psychotic depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, lasting effects from drug use, or anything else!

💗 Shoutout to systems whose hallucinations have made it more difficult for them to access the care they need or be taken seriously by guardians and healthcare professionals!

❤️ Shoutout to systems who are troubled and distressed, totally indifferent, or comforted and cheered by their hallucinations!

🧡 Shoutout to systems who often deal with denial or a fear of faking because of their hallucinations!

💛 Shoutout to systems who have been hospitalized, voluntarily or involuntarily, or who have been called “dangerous” or “scary” by others due to their hallucinations!

💚 Shoutout to systems whose experience with hallucinations aligns with many stereotypes regarding hallucinations, and to systems whose hallucinations are nothing like the common stereotypes accepted by society!

💙 Shoutout to systems who take medications, are in therapy, or otherwise are seeking treatment to help manage their hallucinations!

💜 Shoutout to headmates who are symptom holders for psychosis or who are the only members of their system who hallucinate!

For any system who hallucinates, for any reason, we want to remind you that you are loved and you belong in the plural community just the way you are! Having hallucinations doesn’t make you any less valid as a person or as a system. We love you, we value your insight, and we want you to know that your presence is wanted in our spaces and your experiences are absolutely worth sharing!

We believe that every person’s understanding of reality is deeply personal and subject to their own perception and lived experiences. Regardless of how you and your system view your hallucinations, know that your voice deserves to be heard and you deserve to be taken seriously and treated with kindness and respect! We truly hope that you can find acceptance and joy among the people in your life, and that your future will be filled with happiness, purpose, and meaning. Thanks so much for reading, and have a wonderful day!

[cripplecharacters]

I know that mysticizing disability by way of something like dwarves is bad, but what if all of the members of a fantasy race have a feature that humans consider a disability, but humans also have the disability? The story I'm writing has a few characters from Wonderland and I was going to have all members of that homonid species, Wonderlandians, who are very different from Homo sapiens, be autistic by human standards but completely average by the standards for their species. There are also human autistic characters. Is that still mysticizing disability?

Hey!

I think that's fine. If there are humans with the same disability it should be all good; the main issue I see with the "fantasy people have XYZ disability" is that they make being disabled into being a whole different species, which is not how it works and is fundamentally dehumanizing. But if there's just a species that happens to have more of something while humans also do, then that's cool I think.

With them being specifically autistic, you have a ton of possibilities for both worldbuilding and wide range of characters. Autism is a huge spectrum and it would be great to feature all types of autistic characters; nonverbal, intellectually disabled, late diagnosed, requiring major support in day-to-day life, having comorbidities that a lot of autistic people also have (cerebral palsy, dyspraxia, ADHD, epilepsy...). You can also think of how an all-autistic society would differ from one that's made primarily for neurotypical people, from architectural choices or education to just how communication/language would be structured. There are a lot of fun things you can think about.

Also while I don't see any issue with the example you have here, in general try to be conscious what kind of disability you would be associating with a fantasy race, e.g. some could lead to boring stereotypes, or to harmful associations (especially if it'd be a monster or "scary" race).

I hope this helps,

mod Sasza

[rispwr]

༊*·˚ || if i were you i’d do me || ༊*·˚ || drabble 4 ||

Disclaimer - most of these drabbles are timed months or idk after jk and oc just got together officially. Will be posting drabbles from way before they were together or was still hating on each other.

Masterlist!

A/N - thank you all so much for taking your time and reading my fics, i really appreciate you all:)) im very sorry that I haven’t been publishing or updating the chapters. Ive been going through something at the moment since what i kinda had posted a while ago but i had deleted i was diagnosed with status epilepticus(epilepsy) in which my siezures are mostly triggered by anxiety or stress. Tho still upset i might bot be able to attent any future bts concert. (I’d rather my last moments be with them than laying on a boring ahh hospital bed) jk tho. Anyways i will try my best to find time since as much as u guys think this might not be too bad im still actually not used to it nor okay with it. It’s scary having siezures and it lasting for 45+ minutes and having to go to the hospital. But yeah, im glad i can finally share this with yall. Thank you all so much for the support, notes, likes and reads. Love you all!!

[glitchdollmemoria]

do people who disregard photosensitivity realize that seizures can fucking kill or do they just not care. do people not realize that their "aesthetic" "cool" flashing lights that happen without SUFFICIENT warning... are fucking capable of killing people. i dont even care if i sound pissy right now because i am pissy, im sick of feeling like myself and others with epilepsy arent even afforded the right to be an afterthought to most people. im not even photosensitive but ffs this shit makes me so angry.

seizures themselves can be deadly if they go on too long, theyre essentially electrical overloads in the brain, you know, that organ that controls the entire rest of the body? and seizures can result in injuries or death from falls. from choking on our own vomit. from drowning in our own bathtubs, if we think we might be safe to bathe and then get proven wrong. maybe someone just wanted to watch a video or movie while they took a spa day.

did you know that epileptics are more likely to die younger than those without epilepsy, with all those risks and more? and have you heard of SUDEP? sudden unexpected death in epilepsy, death without a known cause, a rare but very real possibility for us. it kills approximately 1 in 1000 epileptics a year, if not more since it may not be accurately tracked. thats thousands of us dead a year. we do not need you to add to our death rates.

"all these things are known risks, epileptics just have to be more careful-" epileptic people should not have to be on constant fucking high alert. how about instead, people just learn to give a shit about life threatening disabilities? it takes so little effort to just offer a CLEAR and VERY OBVIOUS warning AHEAD OF TIME, for a SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF TIME, before your stupid flashing lights. or just dont add them at all. are they necessary? are they really necessary? would you really fucking rather photosensitive epileptics have to be constantly on guard, IMPOSSIBLY on guard, rather than you just considering their safety? nobody can anticipate every instance of unexpected flashing lights they might come across. but you, creators, are able to provide warnings, and if for any reason you arent, then hire someone else to edit the warnings in or just get rid of the fucking lights altogether.

again, my epilepsy is not photosensitive, but i will never stop being protective of my photosensitive siblings. my own life is scary enough with the form of epilepsy i have, i cannot imagine how terrifying it must be to have to maneuver through the world with photosensitivity, and i dont want careless assholes to go killing my fucking community because you dont give enough of a shit to worry epileptic people. i am pissed off and emotionally exhausted and the shit with elon musk having a flashing gif on his twitter account was the straw that broke my back today so youre getting a pissed off PSA. everyone better start doing a whole damn lot better.

link to the CDC page about SUDEP

link to the epilepsy foundation site page about seizure risks

people without epilepsy are encouraged to reblog but know that i am already angry and will not tolerate bullshit on this post. give a fuck about other peoples lives and safety or im blocking you.

[doumadono]

Hello, I wanted to ask for an emergency request with Hitoshi or Denki from my hero academia. I struggle with epilepsy and I’ve recently had a grand mal seizure, and it’s caused some memory loss, and I still haven’t gotten out of the haze that lingers for days after. There’s a lot more to it than just that, but I’d like to request maybe one of them reassuring a friend or s/o that has had a grand mal or is just struggling with epilepsy and memory loss in general. Thank you 💜🧠

Shinso & Denki with s/o struggling with epilepsy

A/N: my heart goes out to you. I can't fully comprehend the challenges you're facing, but please know that your strength in sharing your struggles speaks volumes, and I'm here for you, ready to support you in any way you need. Take all the time you need to heal, and remember that brighter days await beyond the haze

EMERGENCY REQS MASTERLIST

Hitoshi Shinso

Hitoshi begins to notice subtle changes in your behavior and health, sensing that something is amiss. He observes the small seizures you experience and grows increasingly worried about your well-being.

Despite your attempts to brush it off, he persisted, gently but persistently urging you to see a doctor. He even considered using his Quirk to make you comply, but he respected you enough to hold back.

Eventually, you relented and went for a medical checkup. The diagnosis revealed epilepsy, and the revelation was overwhelming. Hitoshi, however, remained by your side, offering unwavering support.

He researched extensively about epilepsy to understand what you were going through. Hitoshi learned about triggers, medications, and ways to support someone with epilepsy.

In a quiet and understanding tone, Hitoshi reassures you that you're not alone in this struggle. He expresses his concern and emphasizes the importance of being kind to your own self.

One day, after you had a particularly challenging moment, Hitoshi found you sitting alone, lost in your thoughts. He approached you quietly, his voice soothing and comforting, "I may not completely understand what you're going through, but I want you to know that I'm here for you."

Late at night, you find yourself restless, haunted by the fear of the unknown. Hitoshi, sensing your unease, enters the room, his presence a calming force. "Hey, mind if I join you?" "Sure," you tell him, trying to smile. Hitoshi sat down beside you. "I know this is tough, and I can't pretend to know exactly how you feel, but I want to be here for you. We'll figure this out together, okay?" You, with teary-eyed, replied, "It's just... it's a lot to take in for one person, you know, Shin? I'm super overwhelmed and tired. I feel useless.." "I get it. But you're not alone. And you're not useless. Don't you ever dare to say silly things like that. I've been doing some research, learning about epilepsy, and I want to understand how I can support you better." He wraps an arm around your shoulders, offering silent reassurance. "It's scary, I know. But we'll face this together. You're not alone."

Denki Kaminari

Denki had known about your epilepsy since your time at UA. He never once treated you differently or made light of the situation. Instead, he took the initiative to educate himself about epilepsy and how to provide assistance during seizures.

His supportive nature shone through as he patiently learned the do's and don'ts, making sure he could be there for you whenever needed.

Denki, ever the optimist, always found a way to make you smile, even during challenging times.

Denki expresses his admiration for your strength, emphasizing that your epilepsy doesn't define you.

Unfortunately, there were instances where he had to put his knowledge into action, witnessing seizures and acting promptly to ensure your safety. Each time, he handled the situation with calm and grace.

After a particularly severe seizure, Denki stayed by your side. He understood the frustration and fear that came with memory loss and the aftermath of a grand mal seizure. His comforting presence was a constant, assuring you that you were not alone.

With a gentle smile, Denki would say, "Hey, we've been through this before, and we'll get through it again. You're stronger than you think, and I'm right here with you, Y/N."

In the aftermath of a particularly strong seizure, you find yourself disoriented and fatigued. Denki sits beside you, offering a bottle of water and a warm smile. "Tough one, huh?" You whispered weakly, "Yeah..." Denki smiled, squeezing your hand, "You know, you never cease to amaze me with your strength. This is just a bump in the road, and we'll navigate it together, yeah?" "It's just frustrating, losing pieces of my memory like this... I'm afraid I'll forget about you one day..." Denki lets out a sigh. "I get it. But remember, I'm here to help you fill in the gaps. And hey, you will never forget. It doesn't work that way, eh? We've got a ton of good memories ahead of us to create. This is just a detour, not the end of the journey." He leans in, pressing a soft kiss on your forehead, a gesture filled with warmth and unwavering support.

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They're so cute 😭😭😭 i absolutely love them <33333

Seeing an ad for some really cute grotesque plush bunnies and going "oh this fucks" and almost scrolling on by before seeing "american mcgee" like ?@?!?!?!?!?!?!?! AMERICAN MCGEE????????

[whumpetywhumpwhump]

Okay, what you think of seizure/convulsions whump? And when did you realize you were a hospital/sickfic fan?

*love your blog, let's be friends!!

Coupla great questions!!!

1. I do love seizure whump a LOT. I try to make sure things are accurate because ofc these things (like a lot of sickfic and whumpy stuff) do affect real people, but yes I absolutely love reading and writing about it. Since I don't usually read whumper content, a lot of the seizure stuff comes in the form of epilepsy HCs and also pretty serious illnesses like meningitis.

There's something about seizures in whump which just takes things to the next level- if a character is epileptic, the looming threat of a seizure is just always there, and when it happens there's the panic of how long it's going to last/whether it's going to be a big one etc etc. If a character is sick and starts seizing, it's a sign that things really aren't right, and perhaps tips the scales for caretakers from 'illness like the flu' to 'this character is dangerously ill and needs to go to a hospital NOW'.

I have so many things I could talk about here lol, and maybe if people want to see it I could make a whole post about seizure whump on its own, but yeah, I like it a whole bunch!

2. I can't quite pinpoint the exact time I realised I was really into hospital whump, and that's probably because I've been into it for a LONGGG time. Like, even as a kid if there was a character I was really into, I'd start picturing them in these precarious situations. It's only when I got older, obviously, that I discovered there was a community of people who were just like me, and I have to say it was super relieving (I genuinely thought I was a complete weirdo with original, weird thoughts).

I mean, to put things into perspective I wanted to be a doctor when I was five, and a lot of that was because I already loved whump.

An interesting little thing as well is how I think this side of me co-exists with my emetophobia: I've always been super afraid of vomit IRL, and as somebody who's also super into psychology, I find it so interesting how the things we fear and the things we're attracted to can be so linked. After all, 'arousal' is the word used to describe the body's reaction to a stimulus, fearful or exciting or.... otherwise. A lot of people love scary movies because the domesticated fear is like a safe way of experiencing terror that otherwise only happens in real life dangerous situations. In a similar way, I suppose I love sickfics because I'm so afraid of them IRL, and it's a safe way to explore the intense feelings I have about it.

Anyway, this post derailed into me talking about WHY I'm into sickfic (I think) but I find it fascinating!!!

Thanks so much for the ask, and we can definitely be friends! Always love meeting fellow whump lovers ❤️

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Idk if this if something you’d do, but bcs I love to project onto Winn and with the disability headcannons, what abt epilepsy? If ur uncomfortable doing those or something that’s ok!! :33

I shit you not I was sooo close to adding something in about seizures but I decided not to, so im doing it now!

maybe something mable the service dog can help out with too?

the most common ones for winn are focal and absence seizures- he doesn't tend to go tonic clonic/grand mal often, it's only happened once or twice, but obviously it's not something he's jumping at the chance to repeat.

I think POTS can actually cause seizures as well, but he can't really tell the difference between epileptic and non-epileptic seizures

it did Not help with him feeling isolated and ostracised when he was a kid. like, at all

he finds it often goes hand in hand with his anxiety. when he's really really stressed out about something, be it an important deadline or an appointment or something, he'll have more frequent episodes in the run up to it. short term stress like panic attacks or meltdowns can also sometimes progress into seizures, which is extra scary

mable is there to help though !

linking back to the poor real time pattern recognition from the other post, he's not great at recognising when he's about to have a seizure. he'll recognise something feels Weird™ but he won't know what until after the fact, which. doesn't help.

this was one of the reasons he figured he should probably get a service dog

(lena is to thank for the funding)

j'onn is good at recognising when winn is having/is about to have an episode, cause he'll feel that his mental signature just.. isn't there. it's hard for people to notice especially because he's winn, and he gets in the zone and he spaces out when he's thinking hard about something or he's distracted, so it can be hard to distinguish this from an actual absence seizure

these can be dangerous even though theyre short, considering how often the deo gets attacked, if he isn't aware of his surroundings

focal seizures are a little easier to spot but still not all that easy, because winn stims a lot normally and any repetitive movements can easily be chalked up to that or anxiety

winn himself actually has a hard time differentiating between a panic attack and a focal seizure, because he doesn't really lose consciousness during them

whenever he has one at work he's sent home, no questions. even if he insists he feels fine after. winn Does Not like this arrangement.

he managed to be inconspicuous enough at catco that cat never noticed. he wasn't upset about it, more relieved that he never had to draw unwanted attention to himself, but a little part of him is glad that people at the deo seem to care so much about him that they'll notice these things

he does struggle with self esteem though and feeling like he's an inconvenience to the people around him. he apologises a lot if he has an episode infront of someone

he's also Not good at listening to people, including mable. he Needs to feel useful, he Needs to be doing something as often as he can, and too often he's been hurt because he brushed off the warnings and not prepared accordingly

he just kinda always has bumps and bruises and scrapes

I hope these were okay!! just some food for thought ig, I don't know what i would do if I couldn't project every fibre of my being onto my favourite characters lol. if I said something wrong or if you have more requests please let me know !!