Featured
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.
Featured
Explore the latest findings and breakthroughs in epilepsy research. Our 2023 report highlights advancements and insights for a brighter future.
Between October 2019 and January 2020, Epilepsy Action worked with Epilepsy Society and Young Epilepsy to conduct another survey of women who have taken or who are taking valproate, since the introduction of the Pregnancy Prevention Programme (PPP)
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.
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.
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.
We surveyed young people with epilepsy (aged 25 and under) about how living with epilepsy has affected their mental wellbeing (their thoughts, feelings and how they are able to cope with everyday life).
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
