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What's the worst narcolepsy advice you've ever gotten?

Whether from friends or healthcare professionals, share some of the worst advice you've received.

  1. When I asked the sleep specialist about more natural medicines, he looked at me like he was clueless and suggested, "Caffeine?"

    1. Hi . Unfortunately, most doctors are not well-versed in alternative medicine. Have you found anything natural that helps? Warmest of wishes. - Lori (Team Member)

  2. Pray it away and stop putting toxic medicine in my body. I love God and believe in His healing powers, but I also believe He made amazing minds to create these medicines to give me functionality and I'm going to use them!

    1. I am glad you feel that way, . It's often not even worth arguing with people like that. Wishing you the best. - Lori (Team Member)

  3. Someone told me I should use aromatherapy when I get sleepy driving. My response (crickets chirping.)

    1. Ugh! Your response was much kinder than mine might have been, . Wishing you the best. - Lori (Team Member)

    2. ditto

  4. Worst advice said by so many is "well go to bed earlier and get more sleep then you Wil be ok! Grrrrr!

    1. If only it were that easy, . How frustating. Wishing you the best. - Lori (Team Member)

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