FeaturedActive 8 days agoMy story: Can anyone relate?Hello everyone, I am writing this at 4am, as per ususal, I have been awake every hour on the hour since midnight. This post will be a bit long, I...reactions3repliesSymptomsDaytime sleepinessSleep Study
FeaturedActive todayFill in the blank: My most frustrating narcolepsy symptom is _____.From excessive daytime sleepiness to vivid dreams, what is your most frustrating symptom of narcolepsy? Share in the comments below!...reactions140repliesSymptoms
Active yesterdayDoes anyone experience recurring catatonia with cataplexy and constant sleep attacks?Health services in my area are unaware of narcolepsy resulting in misdiagnosis and incorrect treatments. At age 18 sudden onset of symptoms started during the pandemic, psychiatry and neurology ruled...reactions1replyCataplexy
Active yesterdayNightmaresDo you experience nightmares as part of your narcolepsy symptoms and do they affect you even after waking?...reactions24repliesDreamsSymptoms
Active 3 days agoPaddle board safety?I just read a post about someone that drowned because of not using a life vest. I always paddle with someone else and I wear a necklace with a large...reactions4repliesExerciseCataplexyTips & Advice
Active 5 days agoVENT: How are you doing? (Honestly)Life with narcolepsy can be challenging. This is a safe space to vent about what's happening with you. How are you doing?...reactions4repliesCoping
Active 6 days agoDoes this sound like cataplexy, or could it be something else?I fear this may be a long post, but I'm really hoping it can help me with finding answers. So, almost 2 years ago I first learned what cataplexy was...reactions1replyCataplexyDiagnosisTips & Advice
FeaturedActive 6 days agoNarcolepsy and StressDo you find that stress increases your daytime sleepiness or other symptoms?...reactions28repliesDaytime sleepinessSymptomsMental Health
FeaturedActive 7 days agoExplaining Narcolepsy to OthersHow do you explain narcolepsy to others in your life? Did you share your diagnosis right away or wait?...reactions32repliesAwarenessFriends & Family
Dating With NarcolepsyHow does narcolepsy impact your dating life, and what strategies have you found helpful? How can potential partners help someone with narcolepsy feel supported and understood? For those in relationships...reactions14repliesIntimacy & Relationships