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Blogs and Stories
Stories
True accounts from real people, giving you a glimpse into their lives and experiences
Growing up early
Jess shares how childhood epilepsy meant growing up too fast, facing anxiety, and finding confidence through support that helps young people feel safe and understood.
Epilepsy changed our lives, now I’m fighting back
When her daughter Neli was diagnosed with epilepsy, Alwen turned hope into action—raising £1,200 through Young Epilepsy’s Walk 100 Miles Challenge. Join her journey
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.
Why I ran the Manchester Marathon for Young Epilepsy
Sam found strength through marathon training after her daughter’s epilepsy diagnosis, raising £3,000 and hope with Young Epilepsy’s support.
Poetry became my therapy
After her epilepsy diagnosis, Becca has used her lifelong passion for poetry and performance to develop tools for living with her condition. Read her story.
How to handle the party pressure over the festive period
Learn practical tips to handle party pressure during Christmas with epilepsy. Stay safe, manage triggers, and enjoy the festive season your way!
Staying on track this Christmas with medication and routines
Young Epilepsy’s festive guide: practical tips to manage routine changes, medication, and wellbeing. Stay prepared and enjoy Christmas confidently!
Liberty’s Story: Finding hope through surgery
From 30 seizures a day to living life fully – discover Liberty’s remarkable epilepsy journey and the breakthroughs that changed everything.
12 tips of Christmas
Christmas can be overwhelming for children with epilepsy. Discover simple ways to keep the season joyful and safe, and see how your support can make a difference.
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.