There are many ways Epilepsy Action can help support you and your loved ones. Our trained advisors can give you an idea of our services or provide the answers and resources you need.

There are more than 50,000 children with epilepsy in the UK, so you’re not alone! Want to know more? Then go ahead and explore this page to learn all about epilepsy. You’re probably looking at this ...

Joanne Doody’s son Peter died from sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) in May 2019 at the age of 21. Joanne shares why SUDEP awareness is so important Peter was our first born, big brother to ...

Can I take part in sport, exercise, and leisure activities? Being active and exercising can have health and wellbeing benefits for us all. But some people worry if it’s safe to take part in exercise, ...

When an epileptic seizure starts in one side of the brain, it’s called a focal onset seizure or a focal seizure. Both terms mean the same thing. During a focal aware seizure, you stay fully aware of ...

If you or someone you care about has just been diagnosed with epilepsy, then this information is for you. Getting a diagnosis of epilepsy can be overwhelming. With so much information to take in, it ...

Too busy to meet in person? No means of transport? If you’re struggling to attend an in-person meeting, don’t worry! Our online Talk and support groups are a great way of connecting with others online ...

After his epilepsy diagnosis, Andy worried he was a burden and his mental health started to get worse. That was until he found Epilepsy Action. He found the right support and was able to regain that ...

If you want to travel, whether it’s for work or leisure, having epilepsy should not stop you. Planning ahead before you travel can help you stay well during your trip, especially if you are travelling ...

Some things make seizures more likely for some people with epilepsy. These are often called ‘triggers’. Triggers don’t cause epilepsy. But if you already have epilepsy, they make seizures more likely.

Who gets Lennox-Gastaut syndrome? Lennox-Gastaut syndrome affects around 1 or 2 in every 100 children with epilepsy. The most common time for this syndrome to start is between 3 and 5 years of age. It ...