Managing money is a necessary skill for everyone -- but it's especially important if a chronic disorder had become a fact of your life. You will need regular doctor visits and medications. It's likely that you will have to pay at least part of the cost associated with your disorder. There are several steps you can take to manage your money, just as there are steps you can take to manage your epilepsy. Most of the information below is meant for adults living with epilepsy. However, where appropriate, there is information for parents who have a child with a seizure disorder.

This material was created through a partnership with the National Endowment for Financial Education.