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Blogs and Stories
Stories
True accounts from real people, giving you a glimpse into their lives and experiences
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.
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.
Understanding your learning style when you have epilepsy
Learn how epilepsy can affect learning and how understanding your learning style helps. Sally’s story shows how knowing strengths builds confidence at school.
Belonging at school when you have epilepsy
School should feel safe and inclusive. Discover how belonging helps young people with epilepsy thrive and what teachers and parents can do to support it.
How to talk to schools about your child’s epilepsy
Creating inclusive schools changes lives. See how Harry’s school included staff, parents, and students to embrace epilepsy support and inclusion. Read the inspiring story today!
12 ways to enjoy a calmer Christmas with epilepsy
Discover 12 simple ways to help a child with epilepsy enjoy a calmer Christmas, from keeping routines to planning quiet breaks.
Feeling supported at school in the festive period
Epilepsy shouldn’t stop festive spirit at school. Discover tips for getting school support, managing triggers, and enjoying Christmas confidently.
Amelia’s School Struggles and Silent Battles
Discover Amelia’s story of overcoming epilepsy at school with support and understanding from teachers and friends.
Living with Absence Seizures at School
Learn to recognise signs of absence seizures, support learning and well-being, and foster strong home-school partnerships for children with epilepsy here.