Our stories

Receiving a diagnosis of Dravet Syndrome can be a frightening experience. Its important to remember you are not alone - other families are going through similar experiences. We have gathered together a number of written stories and videos from our Dravet Syndrome UK community. Always remember that, even though their symptoms and experiences may be similar, every child or adult living with Dravet Syndrome is different and can present differently.

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Adult living with Dravet Syndrome

Robbie

Robbie, now aged 41, had his first seizure at five months old. He lives with his Mum, Fiona and Dad, Graham in Fife. Fiona shares their story.

Adult living with Dravet Syndrome

Jessie

Jessie, now aged 20, had her first seizure at 10 months old. Mum, Rachel, shares their story from first seizures, diagnosis, through childhood and the transition to adult services.

Child living with Dravet Syndrome

Landon

Landon had his first seizure aged four months. He lives with his Dad Jack, Mum Emma and brother Louis in East Sussex. Jack shares their story.

Etta painting at a table
Child living with Dravet Syndrome

Etta

Etta’s parents Jo and Lucie describe the path from Etta's first seizure to her Dravet Syndrome diagnosis and how support from Dravet Syndrome UK helps them manage daily life.