“You got too excited,” the instructor told her, writing a large “X” over her driving test. Veach, who was retaking the test after having epilepsy surgery, failed because of her rolling stop. She cried afterward.
“I’m 30,” she said. “And I’m failing.”
For people with epilepsy, the ability to drive ranks among their top concerns. Regulations vary among countries; many have some restrictions on driving for people with epilepsy, but some have no policies. In many areas—particularly rural ones—driving restrictions can limit independence and hamper the ability to get and keep a job, pursue higher education, and transport children to school or activities.
