Depressed
Having Epilepsy is depressive. I apologise if it sounds like a rant but I just want to signal out my frustrations, I did everything I could 12 months to go seizure free just to apply for a provisional driving licence so I can work towards my driving test and license and it’s gone down the drain. The medical condition itself prevents a-lot of opportunities my inability to drive has meant me being overlooked for an apprenticeship due to concerns how I would get to the apprenticeship even though I said public transport and the role it plays towards wanting a family in the future. I feel so sad, upset and I just hate to accept it and the role it has had on my life 😣😭
Reply 1
Original post by Anonymous
Having Epilepsy is depressive. I apologise if it sounds like a rant but I just want to signal out my frustrations, I did everything I could 12 months to go seizure free just to apply for a provisional driving licence so I can work towards my driving test and license and it’s gone down the drain. The medical condition itself prevents a-lot of opportunities my inability to drive has meant me being overlooked for an apprenticeship due to concerns how I would get to the apprenticeship even though I said public transport and the role it plays towards wanting a family in the future. I feel so sad, upset and I just hate to accept it and the role it has had on my life 😣😭
Hello,
I am really sorry to hear that you are feeling this way, it must be very difficult for you. Have you reached out for support to help manage your symptoms? Also, I am sure the right opportunity will come up soon, everything happens for a reason.
I hope this helps, if you have any further questions please do let me know.
Charlie
Law LLB Student
Original post by Anonymous
Having Epilepsy is depressive. I apologise if it sounds like a rant but I just want to signal out my frustrations, I did everything I could 12 months to go seizure free just to apply for a provisional driving licence so I can work towards my driving test and license and it’s gone down the drain. The medical condition itself prevents a-lot of opportunities my inability to drive has meant me being overlooked for an apprenticeship due to concerns how I would get to the apprenticeship even though I said public transport and the role it plays towards wanting a family in the future. I feel so sad, upset and I just hate to accept it and the role it has had on my life 😣😭
Are you seeing a medical professional about this?
I agree, it is best to reach out for support, support groups.
What opportunities do you feel are hindered?
https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/mental-health/depression
Reply 3
Original post by UoL Students
Hello,
I am really sorry to hear that you are feeling this way, it must be very difficult for you. Have you reached out for support to help manage your symptoms? Also, I am sure the right opportunity will come up soon, everything happens for a reason.
I hope this helps, if you have any further questions please do let me know.
Charlie
Law LLB Student
I am really sorry to hear that you are feeling this way, it must be very difficult for you. Have you reached out for support to help manage your symptoms? Also, I am sure the right opportunity will come up soon, everything happens for a reason.
I hope this helps, if you have any further questions please do let me know.
Charlie
Law LLB Student
No not really I just feel very abnormal. It’s taken away a lot of things from me and I really don’t know what to do about it anymore I struggle to and fail to accept I suffer from it yet I feel as though I am different from everybody else
Reply 4
Original post by Analyst89
Are you seeing a medical professional about this?
I agree, it is best to reach out for support, support groups.
What opportunities do you feel are hindered?
https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/mental-health/depression
I agree, it is best to reach out for support, support groups.
What opportunities do you feel are hindered?
https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/mental-health/depression
Hi well now my driving lessons/tests are hindered. Only last week I submitted my provisional license form after being seizure free for 12 months, apprenticeships have overlooked me due to my inability to drive even though I have mentioned I have epilepsy and public transport would be my best mode of travel. I don’t feel the same, I still get the teasing/bullying vibe that I had got when I first had it during high school. I have struggled to come to acceptance about not being able to have a family of my own one day due to the medication taken for it. 😢😭
Reply 5
Original post by Anonymous
No not really I just feel very abnormal. It’s taken away a lot of things from me and I really don’t know what to do about it anymore I struggle to and fail to accept I suffer from it yet I feel as though I am different from everybody else
Hello,
I'm really sorry to hear that you are feeling this way. I completely understand how you feel both in terms of feeling abnormal and having things you love taken away from you, it can be very emotionally painful when this happens.
I also really understand how you feel in terms of not wanting to accept that you suffer. Have you considered going to the doctors for help, it could be medication for instance. I know this is not easy at all but it is worth it. In the mean time I highly suggest that you check out the TellMi app. Also, do get in touch with someone you trust or even Childline or the Samaritans if you need to.
Feel free to reach out to us or ask us any questions at any time either on here or by private messaging us.
Charlie
Law LLB Student
Reply 6
If I physically don’t feel ready to go to work either, does my employer have a right to force me back even though I have exceeded the amount of absences allowed within the company due to my Epilepsy although I went 6 months free without taking an absence since the last time I had it?
Reply 7
Original post by Anonymous
Having Epilepsy is depressive. I apologise if it sounds like a rant but I just want to signal out my frustrations, I did everything I could 12 months to go seizure free just to apply for a provisional driving licence so I can work towards my driving test and license and it’s gone down the drain. The medical condition itself prevents a-lot of opportunities my inability to drive has meant me being overlooked for an apprenticeship due to concerns how I would get to the apprenticeship even though I said public transport and the role it plays towards wanting a family in the future. I feel so sad, upset and I just hate to accept it and the role it has had on my life 😣😭
Hello, sorry to hear you’re feeling like this. You have done really well to use this space to be honest about how you are feeling. We understand that having epilepsy is impacting your life right now and causing you to feel depressed. We wonder if you are currently supported by anyone, maybe a GP or consultant? Are they aware of how you are feeling? We know this service- https://www.youngepilepsy.org.uk/support-for-you/i-have-epilepsy can provide support and is aimed at young people with an epilepsy diagnosis. If you are feeling like suicide is an option right now, you can call Hopeline247 on 0800 068 14 14 or text on 88247 to speak to a trained suicide prevention adviser who will be more than happy to help.
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