Helen Scharfman, a professor at NYU and a research scientist, discusses her extensive research on the epilepsies; particularly focusing on mossy cells in the temporal lobe! She explains the significance of these cells in understanding seizures and anxiety, and the potential for future treatments/preventions! Helen emphasises the importance of patient involvement in research and the international, collaborative nature of scientific discovery!

------------------------------------------

🔗 Website & more about Helen: 👇🏻

https://torierobinson.com/epilepsy-sparks-insights/helen-scharfman-mossy-cells-international-research

-----------------------------------------

Don’t understand all the terms used? Check out the Epilepsy Sparks Glossary! 👇🏻 https://www.epilepsysparks.com/glossary

------------------------------------------

📲 Join us on social media!

- LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/epilepsy-sparks

- Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/epilepsysparks.bsky.social

- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/epilepsysparks

- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/epilepsysparks

- TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@epilepsysparks

Epileptologist Zarine Mogal has changed the world for many affected by the epilepsies in Pakistan! She shares her incredibly impactful 3 decades in diagnoses, care, and social acceptance - through her comprehensive epilepsy program. Zarine highlights the importance of sustained epilepsy awareness with insights on measuring the impact of campaigns, the challenges faced in healthcare, and the future directions for improving epilepsy care in Pakistan.

------------------------------------------

🔗 Website & more about Zarine: 👇🏻

https://www.torierobinson.com/epilepsy-sparks-insights/zarine-mogal-epilepsy-pakistan-stigma-treatment-gap

-----------------------------------------

Don’t understand all the terms used? Check out the Epilepsy Sparks Glossary! 👇🏻 https://www.epilepsysparks.com/glossary

------------------------------------------

📲 Join us on social media!

- LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/epilepsy-sparks

- Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/epilepsysparks.bsky.social

- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/epilepsysparks

- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/epilepsysparks

- TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@epilepsysparks

Psychiatrist Andrea Cipriani discusses his work in clinical psychiatry and research, focusing on mood disorders and the importance of personalised treatment! He highlights the GALENOS project, which aims to synthesise existing data to improve mental health outcomes, and chats about the need for a shift from a medication-centered approach to one that prioritises quality of life and community care. Andrea also advocates for collaboration between clinicians and community support systems to enhance patient care and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health treatment.

------------------------------------------

🔗 Website & more about Andrea: 👇🏻

https://www.torierobinson.com/epilepsy-sparks-insights/andrea-cipriani-galenos-mental–health-research-outcomes-psychiatry

-----------------------------------------

Don’t understand all the terms used? Check out the Epilepsy Sparks Glossary! 👇🏻 https://www.epilepsysparks.com/glossary

------------------------------------------

📲 Join us on social media!

- LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/epilepsy-sparks

- Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/epilepsysparks.bsky.social

- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/epilepsysparks

- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/epilepsysparks

- TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@epilepsysparks