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Stories
True accounts from real people, giving you a glimpse into their lives and experiences
I’m seizure-free and helping others
Laura's journey took her from a place of isolation living with seizures to becoming seizure-free and helping adults with learning difficulties.
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 with medication and routines
Young Epilepsy’s practical tips to manage routine changes, medication, and wellbeing. Stay prepared and enjoy your life 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.
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.
My first Christmas with epilepsy
Facing your first Christmas with epilepsy? Discover tips, support, and stories to help you feel confident and connected. Join our community today!
From absence to presence: how I overcame my seizures
Miles is seizure-free and lives life to the full. Getting here, however, was an inspiring journey to overcome the pressures and triggers of alcohol and drugs.
Why Speaking Up Matters: Bethany’s Fight Against Stigma
Discover Bethany's inspiring story overcoming stigma at school and finding community with Young Epilepsy.
I thought I couldn’t live with epilepsy – now I’m helping others
Stigma and seizures pushed Jess to a frighteningly dark place. Discover how speaking out, finding community, and embracing the stage helped her find the light.
Charlotte’s Update: Results Day Rejection to Dream Career
Charlotte's epilepsy diagnosis at 18 compromised her A-levels, but perseverance and openness to support led her from rejection on results day to her dream job.