Narcolepsy Misconceptions
What are some of the biggest misconceptions about narcolepsy?
Many believe that the sleepiness is simply something that you can push through and do not understand that the sleepiness we experience is far more intense than the average person's.
That can be the hardest thing to make people understand about narcolepsy. Do you have much support from those closest to you? - Lori (Team Member) My closest family and friends do understand and help out when needed.
That I will just fall asleep anywhere at anytime anyday
That we have energy you our bad days. Like my meds are helping keep my eyes open but don't have a pinky worth of energy. I call it Jello legs, cement feet syndrome, can barely find energy to use the bathroom.
It can be easily dealt with.
What a major misconception. I wish more people would understand that narcolepsy is not caused by poor sleep habits and that it can't be "fixed" with a nap. Thanks for joining the conversation. - Lori (Team Member)
