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Kenzie Mackin was initially diagnosed with narcolepsy without cataplexy in August 2021 at the age of 22. She began blogging about her experiences with narcolepsy, including her early onset of symptoms and her process to diagnosis. Read more.
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The Detriments of Expectations

Everyone has the tendency to expect things from others. In my case, I am often expected to live the life of a "normal" 22-year-old. I am expected to have the...

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My Toxic Relationship With Sleep: A Realistic Portrait of Narcolepsy image

My Toxic Relationship With Sleep: A Realistic Portrait of Narcolepsy

In the movies, narcolepsy is depicted as a person falling asleep with their face in their food, or while standing straight up in the middle of a busy room, or...

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By Kenzie Mackin

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Having Narcolepsy Is a Full-Time Job: Narcolepsy in the Workplace image

Having Narcolepsy Is a Full-Time Job: Narcolepsy in the Workplace

Think back on your longest week at work. Maybe you worked 40 hours, or maybe you worked more. Maybe you had a million deadlines to meet, and either you met...

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By Kenzie Mackin

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How Rare is Narcolepsy? The Relationship Between Narcolepsy and Mental Illness image

How Rare is Narcolepsy? The Relationship Between Narcolepsy and Mental Illness

Content Note: This article discusses depression and self-injury. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. There is a strong bond between narcolepsy...

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By Kenzie Mackin

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