This #NationalEpilepsyWeek we're launching our new film, 'Epilepsy - it's more than just seizures', which you can watch for free, via this link: https://lnkd.in/e7hDZaPq
When we asked you on social media what was the one thing you wished people knew about your epilepsy, the most poignant response came from a young woman who said:
“…that epilepsy changed my life completely, but no-one noticed.”
So, with the help of people affected by the condition, we have made a short film all about epilepsy, how it can impact your life and why the three most important words to remember for seizure first aid are “Calm, Cushion, Call”.
Let us know what you think of the film! 💜
When you think of epilepsy, what’s the first image that comes to mind?
Epilepsy is a lot more than just seizures. This is a misconception.
It’s a hidden disability and it’s much more common than people realise.
1 in 100 people in the UK have epilepsy.
As part of National Epilepsy Week, the Epilepsy Society have launched this short film which does a brilliant job of dispelling that misconception by capturing the complex challenges that people affected by epilepsy might experience.
Learn more about what it is like to live with seizures, how epilepsy is diagnosed and treated and how research at the Epilepsy Society is helping us understand more about the causes of epilepsy and how it can be better treated.
https://lnkd.in/ep34uDMH
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4moMy brother has epilepsy. I wish I could do more. Awareness of epileptic fits is important. If you see a fit, and if you can make sure to brace the individual to prevent head trauma and other bodily injury, and make sure they don’t bite their tongue during the uncontrollable process, you’re a hero!