Diary of an Epileptic: The Hidden Reality

By Madeline Bolton-Smith

Diary of an Epileptic: The Hidden Reality

What is it really like to live with epilepsy?

Not just the seizures, but the uncertainty, the loss of control, and the constant awareness that shapes everyday life.

Diagnosed at 13, Madeline Bolton-Smith shares a deeply honest account of living with epilepsy, from early symptoms through to adulthood. Her experience includes drug-resistant epilepsy, repeated medication failures, complex surgical investigations, and life after epilepsy surgery when seizure freedom was not achieved.

This is not a clinical textbook. It is the hidden reality of uncontrolled seizures.

If you've recently been diagnosed with epilepsy, or you are supporting someone who has, this book offers a clear and honest insight into what that journey can look like. It explores the emotional and psychological impact of epilepsy, alongside the practical realities of long-term condition management.

Inside, Madeline reflects on living with uncontrolled seizures, navigating treatment pathways, and the effect epilepsy can have on identity, independence and relationships. She also addresses difficult but important topics such as SUDEP with care and balance, helping readers understand the realities without unnecessary fear.

This book is for people living with epilepsy, their families, and anyone wanting a better understanding of the condition beyond medical definitions.

Diary of an Epileptic is an honest, personal and thought-provoking account that offers reassurance, insight, and a sense that you are not facing this alone.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GQ8BGJ4J
• ISBN13: 9798249251734
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"