Blogs and Stories

Discover how a Cumbria primary school used Purple Day to raise epilepsy awareness, helping pupils learn, show support and feel included.

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• Education & Play
• together we create possible

Read Dian’s story of living with epilepsy and how he rebuilt confidence, focus and independence one step at a time.

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• Education & Play

A paediatric neurology nurse explains how Young Epilepsy supports children, young people and families beyond clinic appointments.

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• Health & Research

Lucy shares how epilepsy affects her family and why she worked with Young Epilepsy and SHMA to help young people build confidence and explore their future careers.

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• Diagnosis and treatment
• Work and Employability

Read how Lev walked 100 miles for Young Epilepsy before brain surgery, raising over £10,000 and finding focus during a difficult time.

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• Living with epilepsy
• together we create possible

Moving from children’s to adult epilepsy care can feel confusing and overwhelming. Read real experiences, what the research shows, and what could make transition better for young people with epilepsy.

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• Diagnosis and treatment
• Understand my epilepsy

Starting university with epilepsy? Julia reflects on independence, support, friendships and the lessons she wishes she'd known before moving away.

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• Education & Play
• Living with epilepsy

Living with epilepsy and brain fog can affect memory, confidence and daily life. Read Bryony's story of coping and support.

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• Living with epilepsy
• Mental health and wellbeing
• The Channel

Paige shares what living with epilepsy at school is really like, urging schools to listen, understand behaviour, and support young people with respect.

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• Education & Play

Starting a new school with epilepsy? Use our simple checklist to help you feel prepared, supported and confident before your first day.

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• Education & Play