Breaking Barriers: The Fight for Acceptance with Daniel Rivera

In this episode, Nicolas Comstock is joined by Daniel Rivera to discuss epilepsy and its impact on daily life. Daniel shares his experience with an epilepsy diagnosis in high school, the social exclusion he faced, and the emotional toll of living with seizures. They explore the importance of medication, emergency response strategies, and the role of service dogs. The conversation delves into the financial challenges of disability applications, social stigma, and misconceptions about epilepsy. They also touch on the need for disability education in schools, employment barriers, and the importance of balancing safety and normalcy for special needs children. The episode concludes with reflections and a call for future guests.