Graeme

Powerful epilepsy documentary shortlisted for prestigious film award

A heart-wrenching documentary highlighting the devastating impact of epilepsy has earned Epilepsy Scotland a coveted spot on the shortlist for the Smiley Charity Film...
Lauren

Helplines Awareness Day: Lauren’s story

Lauren was diagnosed with epilepsy in November last year. She shares how she felt when diagnosed with epilepsy, the challenges faced and how Epilepsy...
Deri Murray

Honouring my mum through fundraising for Epilepsy Scotland

Deri’s mother passed away two years ago due to epilepsy. He shares why he has decided to fundraise for Epilepsy Scotland as a way...
Nicole

Living with epilepsy: A mother’s journey

Nicole was diagnosed with epilepsy when she was 13 years old. She shares the impact epilepsy has had on her mental health and the...
Nicole and Mason

Mason’s epilepsy journey: From diagnosis to Purple Pandas support

Mason was diagnosed with epilepsy three years ago. His mother Nicola shares how he got diagnosed, the challenges he has faced and how Epilepsy...
Chloe

Living with epilepsy: Chloe’s journey from diagnosis to acceptance

Chloe was diagnosed with epilepsy when she was just 11 years old after falling backwards in the doorway of her living room into a...
Time to talk day

The hidden mental health impact of living with epilepsy

Today marks Time to Talk Day, the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. As Epilepsy Scotland’s Communications Officer, I’ve had the privilege of hearing many...
Brain

Navigating the shadows of post-ictal psychosis

One of our social media followers shares their experiences of post-ictal psychosis and how their diagnosis of epilepsy has changed their life. Have you...
Marion

Parent’s Mental Health Day: Marion’s story

Marion’s daughter Marsaili was diagnosed with epilepsy when she was 10 years old. She shares the challenges she has faced as a parent of...
Ashley

Parent’s Mental Health Day: Ashley’s story

Ashley’s daughter Emma was recently diagnosed with epilepsy. She shares her story and how Emma’s diagnosis has impacted her family. Emma was diagnosed in...