If you have seizures which can’t be controlled with epilepsy medicines, and you are not able to have epilepsy brain surgery, then vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy may be an option for you. The ...

An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a common test used to help diagnose epilepsy, and to find out more about someone’s seizures. Find out about the different types of EEG test and what to expect when you ...

Dissociative seizures are often mistaken for epilepsy, but they’re not caused by electrical activity in the brain. This page explains what dissociative seizures are, why they happen and how they are ...

Tonic-clonic seizures are the type of seizure most people recognise. They used to be called grand mal seizures. Someone having a tonic-clonic seizure goes stiff, loses consciousness, falls to the ...

On this page we explain what should happen at each stage of your epilepsy treatment and care after you have been diagnosed. Your care in England should follow the National Institute for Health and ...

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 ...

You may be able to claim benefits if you have epilepsy. There are also other financial support schemes available. This page has information about financial support for people with epilepsy and their ...

Being diagnosed with epilepsy can be a lonely and isolating experience. Our Talk and support groups offer a place for people to meet other people with epilepsy to share experiences, advice and ...

Having epilepsy comes with certain risks. Although it rarely happens, it’s important to know about the risk of dying from epilepsy. On this page we talk about why epilepsy can sometimes be a cause of ...

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 ...

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 ...