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Families & Epilepsy

People's responses

In this Epilepsy in Childhood video, participants recall the various responses that the epilepsy diagnosis received from friends, family, and acquaintances. Participants discuss whether or not they felt there was a stigma surrounding the condition and how this affected them and their child. 

In these 'Speaking from Experience' clips, parents and children discuss how their families manage epilepsy, its impact on lifestyle and schooling and the reactions of other people.

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