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Children with epilepsy are at a greater risk of learning and behavioural difficulties than children without epilepsy. Despite this, there is a lack of research exploring the views and experiences of young people with epilepsy, their parents and school staff with regards to educational supports that could aid learning in children with the condition.
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Epilepsy support at school survey 2023, summary of findings.
This page outlines the new, ongoing, and completed projects during July 2022 to June 2023.
Explore the latest insights and discoveries in epilepsy research with our comprehensive Young Epilepsy Research Projects 2022 report. Discover how pioneering studies are shaping the future of epilepsy treatment and improving the lives of young individuals affected by this condition.
Young Epilepsy survey of young people with epilepsy and their parents and carers to find out whether schools are providing support that complies with Government standards.
An in-depth study to gain an understanding of the views of children with epilepsy, their parents and staff regarding inclusion and participation of children with epilepsy in school.
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
The objective of this study was to systematically review research that has focused on knowledge of and attitudes towards epilepsy among teachers.
The survey findings from our online survey of young people with epilepsy and their parents and carers to find out whether schools are providing support that complies with Government standards.
This study arose from a senior politician saying to us “I know that people with epilepsy are not counted in schools and I know that they have a wide range of cognitive and behavioural problems but you have to do something that brings this to everyone’s attention”. Our response was to have four international annual meetings that highlight these problems, a new course for professionals and this; The CHESS Study.
