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Beyond the Diagnosis: How Art Heals and Educates about Epilepsy with Dr. Julie Thompson-Dobkin,

He In this episode, host Laura Hansen Breksa welcomes neurologist and advocate Dr. Julie Thompson-Dobkin to discuss her mission of demystifying epilepsy through the Hidden Truths Project. Dr. Thompson-Dobkin shares her unique journey from studying zoology to becoming a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.), a path shaped by her holistic approach to the human body and mind. She reveals the personal turning point that led her to epilepsy advocacy: diagnosing her own son’s seizures after they were missed by his school. Together, they discuss how art serves as a "tacit form of knowledge"—a bridge that communicates the complex emotional and physical realities of chronic conditions that words often fail to describe. Whether you are a caregiver, a patient, or someone interested in the power of creative expression, this conversation offers a deep look into resilience, community, and the beauty of neurodiversity. Or if you are just having a really bad day, you can't describe - listen, it all applies. Learn more about the Hidden Truths Project:https://hiddentruthsproject.com/ https://hiddentruthsproject.com/ Support Epilepsy Awareness: https://www.epilepsy.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: Describing the Indescribable 01:05 – Dr. Thompson-Dobkin’s Path to Medicine & Osteopathy 03:32 – Neurology as a Puzzle: The Power of Listening 04:36 – A Mother’s Intuition: Diagnosing Her Son’s Epilepsy 06:40 – The Birth of Hidden Truths Project 08:42 – The 5 Categories of Epilepsy Art 11:24 – Laura’s Journey: Living with a "Family Disease" 13:10 – Combatting Stigma Through Education and Art 17:53 – The Hidden Anxiety of Chronic Dependency 23:05 – Neurodiversity: Embracing a Perfectly Imperfect World 28:45 – Cultural Perspectives and the Future of Hidden Truths 37:55 – 5 Key Takeaways on Growth and Resilience #INTENTONPURPOSE #EPILEPSYAWARENESS #NEURODIVERSITY #HIDDENTRUTHSPROJECT #ARTHEALS #NEUROLOGY #CHRONICILLNESS #DRJULIETHOMPSONDOBKIN Get to know Dr. Thompson-Dobkin: Board-certified neurologist with a career spanning clinical neurology, academic research, and advocacy. Early work focused on cerebrovascular disease and translational research in leading academic centers. Later expanded into community-based care, freestanding clinical trials, and global outreach. Founder of Hidden Truths Project, a nonprofit transforming awareness and inclusion through creative engagement. She is the Founder & CEO — Hidden Truths Project | Newport Beach, CA | 2012 – Present. In this role, she developed a nationally recognized arts-based initiative raising awareness about epilepsy and other hidden disabilities. Partnered with neurologists, artists, educators, and nonprofits to create inclusive, empowering platforms. Her Skills & Focus Areas: Cerebrovascular disease | Epilepsy | Sleep disorders, Clinical trials design & oversight, Public engagement through art & education, Mentorship and youth neuroscience programming, Nonprofit leadership & fundraising, Curatorial Direction & Thematic Programming, Creative Collaboration across Disciplines, and Art-Driven Advocacy & Public Engagement