Young Adults with Epilepsy

06/11/2026

Thank you for this recognition 💜

A personal reflection on epilepsy stigma, a childhood seizure, and a classroom of students who revealed how empathy begins when fear is replaced with understanding.

06/11/2026

With football/soccer on our minds we couldn't help but put the spotlight on Leon Legge, the English professional footballer who was first diagnosed with epilepsy at 16 years old.

06/10/2026

We asked you "What do you wish your neurologist spoke to you about?" and here's what you said. We had so many answers regarding mental health and medication side effects. Thank you for those that contributed and comment below any that we missed and check out our story for this weeks question.

06/08/2026

Studies show that LGBTQ+ individuals with epilepsy tend to have a higher seizure frequency rate; ending stigma in healthcare can help provide better care and reduce seizure frequency.

06/04/2026

The North Face sponsored American ultra marathon runner diagnosed with epilepsy at 25 years old.

06/03/2026

Last week we asked you "What is your biggest pet peeve when it comes to epilepsy?" and here's what you said. If we missed anything please add it in the comments and check out today's story for our next question.

05/29/2026

It's Mental Health Awareness Month. Epilepsy can be difficult to manage sometimes, make sure to take care of your mental health as well. 💜

05/28/2026

Young Adults with Epilepsy’s annual bioluminescent gala returns for a second year as Making Waves, held on July 18th in Monterey, California. You are invited to an elegant night to remember that helps to change the lives of young adults diagnosed with epilepsy across the country and celebrates Monterey's iconic sea otters.

https://givebutter.com/c/MakingWavesGala

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05/26/2026

We asked you "What advice would you give to someone recently diagnosed with epilepsy?" and here's what you said. If we missed anything please add it in the comments so we can keep supporting and educate our community 💜

05/22/2026

It's Mental Health Awareness Month. Epilepsy can be difficult to manage sometimes, make sure to take care of your mental health as well. 💜