Blogs
Here you will find tips, opinions, and info on different topics
Blogs and Stories
Discover Young Epilepsy's blogs for up-to-date tips and info, and check out diverse stories from real people for insight into unique personal experiences.
Stories
True accounts from real people, giving you a glimpse into their lives and experiences
Lexi's Epilepsy Diagnosis: A Mother's Journey
Discover Lexi's epilepsy diagnosis journey, told by her mum Sarah, and how vital support from Young Epilepsy can make all the difference.
Meadow's Journey
Discover Meadow's journey with epilepsy, from diagnosis to finding community support through Young Epilepsy. Help others facing epilepsy find hope and resources.
Reaching Disadvantaged Children with Epilepsy
Discover how your support is transforming the lives of young people with epilepsy, providing them with the care and opportunities they deserve.
Q&A with Annie: Driving Change with Setting Purple Sectors
Support Annie at the Setting Purple Sectors event, raising money for epilepsy awareness and Young Epilepsy. Join us and cycle for a cause!
Erin’s Story: Racing for Epilepsy Awareness
Erin shares her journey with epilepsy and her excitement for Young Epilepsy’s Setting Purple Sectors sim-racing event to raise awareness.
Rachel’s diagnosis journey
Follow Rachel’s journey from epilepsy diagnosis to finding support and understanding, sharing her insights and resilience along the way.
Driven to Make a Difference
Discover Chris McCarthy’s journey from kart racer to motorsport journalist, his battle with epilepsy, and his mission to support young people with epilepsy.
I am Jasmine
Meet Jasmine, one of the heroes of our #UnderstandMyEpilepsy Campaign. Jasmine is 18 and experiences prolonged tonic clonic seizures. ForJasmine, this has meant that her teachers and students at school don't understand her epilepsy and the challenges that she faces.
5 ways school sports can be inclusive for young people with epilepsy
Many children living with epilepsy love the thrill of sports but people can often restrict them based on the perception they can’t take part. Here’s how schools can enable young people with epilepsy to participate just as fully as other students based on suggestions provided by our audience.
Celebrating Pride Month
As we celebrate Pride Month, we're taking this opportunity to reflect on our journey towards creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone at Young Epilepsy. We believe that promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion within our organisation is essential. By doing so, we are better equipped to support our beneficiaries in a way that respects and celebrates their individuality.