Policies & reports

Research Report 2021

Young Epilepsy coordinates and funds research into the causes, treatments and impact of all aspects of childhood epilepsy. We want to secure the best outcome for everyone affected by the childhood epilepsies and we know the best way to do this is through research.

Autism and Epilepsy: Laying out the evidence

People who are autistic and have epilepsy face some of the starkest inequalities in the world. We know that worldwide approximately 8.4 million people have both conditions. On average, they have poorer quality of life, poor health and can die early. We’ve known this for years, but a lack of evidence-based strategic action has blocked progress.

Autism and Epilepsy: Laying out the evidence (Snapshot)

People who are autistic and have epilepsy face some of the starkest inequalities in the world. We know that worldwide approximately 8.4 million people have both conditions. On average, they have poorer quality of life, poor health and can die early. We’ve known this for years, but a lack of evidence-based strategic action has blocked progress.

Epilepsy in schools

This report seeks to gain an understanding of the views of young people with epilepsy, their parents and school staff regarding educational and therapeutic provision, understanding of epilepsy and seizure management in schools

Annual Report 20-21

Our purpose at Young Epilepsy is to help create a society in which children and young people living with epilepsy can thrive and fulfil their potential, have their voices listened to and respected, and their ambitions realised.