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NHS to offer new laser surgery for focal epilepsy

… into the skull to target the area of the brain causing seizures without the need for invasive surgery.  The … epilepsy that has not been controlled with two or more anti-seizure medications at the maximum tolerated doses and whose …

Youth Support

Our Youth Support team works with young people and their families to help them through their diagnosis and beyond, to better understand their rights, and to help them get access to the right services and support. 

My journey with Ketogenic Diet Therapy

… Epilepsy. I have generalised Epilepsy. I have tried so many anti-seizure medications in my life and reacted badly to them … from it. In summary, KDT has been life changing for me. My seizures have lessened, my concentration levels are better, …

Young Epilepsy & Epilepsy Research UK: Fellowship Award!

… of someone’s life, can have a much greater impact than seizures. Seizures are often the most obvious, or extreme symptom of … difficulties and mental health/emotional difficulties. Anti-seizure medications only go so far when seizures are …

Epilepsy Research UK & Young Epilepsy - Joint Fellowship

… motor control, cognition and behaviour. An epileptic seizure may be the first sign of a brain disorder, but it is … the most disabling consequences for the child and family. Anti-seizure medications are designed to control events but …

Monitoring seizures

… common methods is watching and noting what happens during a seizure. Look for changes in movement, awareness, speech, or … Services Epilepsy alarms sjs-services.co.uk Sleep-Safe # Anti-Suffocation Pillow for children over the age of three … so it’s important to establish good sleep habits. Although anti-seizure medications can affect sleep, effective …

Depression

… of exercise. Endorphins are chemicals that are natural anti-depressants, and your body releases these when you move … straight to... … So, what is depression? … Low mood after seizures: … You told us … What can I do if I feel depressed? … poor sleep can make having a seizure more likely, and some anti-seizure medications can also have an impact on mood. …

Communication & information sharing

… example, they may feel as though they are about to have a seizure.  One of the frustrations faced by young people with … affect them at school.  Shared information might include:  Seizure patterns  Changes in behaviour  Changes in anti-seizure medication The school can also communicate …

Starting a New School Checklist

… how dignity, understanding and quick, calm support during seizures helped her feel safe and included, and what every … school needs to get right. … Protecting my dignity during seizures – What I want schools to know … Starting a new … or struggling.  … Think about your medication  If you take anti-seizure medication during the school day, make sure you …