How long did it take you to truly accept your narcolepsy diagnosis?
In this poll (https://narcolepsy.sleep-disorders.net/vote/poll/20931) Narcolepsy community members shared when they accepted their diagnosis. Here, they explain what helped them come to terms with it.
I think I was in denial for many years bc the Adderall helped as well as a sleep schedule. However when the Addy pooped out the struggle became more real, side effects that were new to me emerged and judgement was harsh. It took me 11 years to finally accept that I have a chronic illness and it's still hard some days especially when my son refused to accept it and decided I didn't want to see my grandson when I'd have to cancel because on my N.
My heart aches for you and the situation with your grandson. That is so unfair. Please feel free to share some of our articles with your son if you think they will help. Maybe he will eventually come around. Gentle hugs. - Lori (Team Member)
