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Epilepsy

Getting support

This clip shows young people discussing the importance of support networks in managing epilepsy. They describe the importance of friends, family and a broader support network including psychologists, priests, medical professionals, teachers and fellow students. This clip is one of a series in which seven young people discuss their experiences of living with epilepsy. The series provides insight into the range of causes, symptoms and treatments of epilepsy and enables young people to develop a deeper understanding of it.

These Speaking from Experience clips feature seven young people talking about the impact that Epilepsy has had on their lives. It was produced in partnership with The Epilepsy Foundation of Victoria.

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