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I'm epileptic but i am so happy all the time, is this weird?

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Epilepsy: Being epileptic and happy is not a bad association - sounds like a good association to me.

Answered 3/28/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not weird at all.: It sounds like the epilepsy does not define who you are as a person. The ability to experience joy is a great gift. Stay well.

Dr Gabor agreed

Answered 9/20/2017

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