ILAE new seizure classification - what are the new seizure names?
The International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) announced some new names for seizures in May 2017. Our Education, Information and Support Services Manager explains the new seizure classifications and the reasons behind the changes. In this blog, you’ll find the new general outline of basic seizure classification.
Me and my epilepsy
Deborah
Deborah and her two daughters all live with disabilities and all care for each other. Here she describes how they push forward together, never allowing epilepsy to beat them.
My experience of sodium valproate
Kat, who has borderline personality disorder, was prescribed sodium valproate as a mood stabiliser for two and a half years. She was informed of the risks associated with sodium valproate during pregnancy and shares her experience:
How new mum Gina was diagnosed with epilepsy
Gina explains how, as well as learning to be a new mum to her baby son, Charlie, she also had to learn to cope with a diagnosis of epilepsy. But humour and positive vibes are pulling her through.
Slipping through time
On 1 June at 2.15pm, just after The Archers, BBC Radio 4 will be broadcasting a new play, Slipping through time. Written by Louise Monaghan, the play follows the story of a young mum with epilepsy. Louise talks to Nicola Swanborough about her research and inspiration for the play.
Seizures: 'like someone has stolen a second from your life'
Our marketing assistant, Helen Skipworth, discusses how simply saying 'I have epilepsy' is only half the battle when it comes to explaining the condition and how it actually feels to have a seizure.