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Stories
True accounts from real people, giving you a glimpse into their lives and experiences
I lost my son - now I fight for change
After losing her son, Julia campaigns for better epilepsy and mental health support for young people with complex needs. Read her story today.
Social anxiety and epilepsy: Going out without overthinking everything
Struggling with social anxiety and epilepsy? Hear real voices, get practical tips, and find support to go out with confidence and less overthinking.
Epilepsy is part of my story – but it doesn’t define me
Adam’s journey with epilepsy shows resilience and hope—overcoming setbacks through creativity, nature, and support networks to inspire new beginnings.
Breaking the silence: Shahleen’s fight against stigma
Shahleen’s epilepsy journey shows courage and resilience—breaking stigma, raising awareness, and inspiring young people to feel less alone
What to say to a friend with epilepsy and anxiety (and what not to say)
Worried about saying the wrong thing to a friend with epilepsy and anxiety? Learn kind, supportive ways to listen, help, and avoid common mistakes.
I’ve found purpose through my pain
Emma-Louise turned trauma from epilepsy, bullying and loss into hope—writing a book to support others and raise awareness through Jo’s story.
Why purple? The story behind the colour of epilepsy awareness
Find out why purple is used for epilepsy awareness, what Purple Day is, and how wearing purple helps people feel seen, supported and hopeful together.
I spotted the signs - and spoke up
Discover 12-year-old Lucy and her mum's journey with epilepsy, and how Lucy's experience helped her recognise the symptoms of a seizure in a classmate.
Protecting my dignity during seizures – What I want schools to know
Paige shares how dignity, understanding and quick, calm support during seizures helped her feel safe and included, and what every school needs to get right.
Owning Purple Day
Dian explains why Purple Day matters, sharing their experience of epilepsy at school and how speaking up builds awareness, kindness and confidence.