Life with locked-in syndrome: 'Despite everything, you are alive'
The article explores the lives of individuals with locked-in syndrome, focusing on their unique challenges and resilience. Dawn Faizey Webster, who has been unable to move or speak since a stroke in 2003, communicates solely through blinking. Despite her circumstances, she continues to pursue academic achievements, highlighting the strength of the human spirit.
- ▪Dawn Faizey Webster has been locked in since suffering a stroke in 2003.
- ▪She communicates only by blinking her left eye, as she cannot move or speak.
- ▪Dawn is pursuing a PhD in architectural history despite her condition.
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The SUNDAY TIMES MAGAZINE Life with locked-in syndrome: ‘Despite everything, you are alive’ Matt Rudd has remarkable conversations with three Britons who, after life-changing accidents, have fully active minds but cannot move or speak, and can communicate only via the blink of an eye Dawn Faizey Webster, 53, and Bram Harrison, 48sane seven for the sunday times magazine. grooming: michelle lopez. hair and make-up: emma leon Matt Rudd Saturday May 23 2026, 10.00pm BST, The Sunday Times Listen 0:00 / • 23:59 min Share Share this article Email Twitter Facebook Link Save Prefer us on Google There is one time of day when Dawn Faizey Webster can feel normal. It’s after dinner, once she has been changed into her pyjamas and she is lying in bed, watching television “just like anyone else”.
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