My Experience With Pets and Sleep ParalysisI got my first pet, an adorable puppy, when I was 27 years old. At the time, I had not yet been diagnosed with narcolepsy, so I had no idea... By Iris Vasconcelos4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
3 Ways to Maintain Healthy Boundaries with NarcolepsyNarcolepsy can be physically limiting in many ways. Whether it is sleep attacks or cataplexy, narcolepsy symptoms are chronic. These symptoms also require a variety of lifestyle modifications to live... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Grief of Loss and NarcolepsyThis isn’t the first funeral nor the last one I have been to, but it seems one thing I have become more cognizant about is my legs. As I spent... By Vanessa3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Reality of AdvocacyThere are many things I love about being a narcolepsy advocate. When I was first diagnosed with narcolepsy, I took on all of the stigma associated with narcolepsy and internalised... By Bella Kilmartin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
How I Combat Brain Fog: Part 2This article is the second installment of a 2-part series. Read Part 1 here!Brain fog is a major symptom of narcolepsy. It makes it difficult for me to focus on... By Tatiana Corbitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Top 7 Narcolepsy BlogsI’ve always been an extremely curious person and can spend hours on the internet simply searching for random things that interest me. When I was diagnosed with narcolepsy, it took... By Iris Vasconcelos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Community Views: The Earliest Symptoms of NarcolepsyOften, narcolepsy and other sleep disorders are not diagnosed until you're in your 30s or even later. But, looking back, many community members realized that they had displayed signs of... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How I Combat Brain Fog: Part 1This article is Part 1 of a 2-part series on managing brain fog. Read Part 2 here! Brain fog is perhaps one of the most inhibiting symptoms of narcolepsy. It... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
The Longest Day of My LifeOne year ago I went abroad for the first time in my life to visit my brother in Sweden. Due to COVID-19 restrictions still being rather tight, the plane was... By Gabrielle Keith3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
"Running Out of Medication" AnxietyAt the moment, I have no specific doctor to support me with my narcolepsy. Having recently moved to another country, I once again find myself searching for the right medical... By Iris Vasconcelos2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Living Sustainably Is Complicated With NarcolepsyYesterday I was perusing the colorful aisles at my local grocery store. It wasn’t until I reached the checkout line that I realized I’d forgotten my reusable grocery bags at... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Cooking Safety: Narcolepsy in the KitchenHave you ever prepared a gorgeous, steaming meal only to burn it to a crisp at the last minute? Cooking with narcolepsy can be a dangerous game to play. I... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
A Letter to My Younger SelfDear younger self, There’s so much I have to say to you that I’m not even sure where to begin. Right now, life seems daunting and uncertain, and you feel... By Iris Vasconcelos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Dating With NarcolepsyNarcolepsy can be an annoying third-wheel on a date. With your nerves on edge and excitement brewing, it can be difficult to set boundaries for your narcolepsy symptoms. The more... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramWe are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards program recognizing Health Leaders who make a difference... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sorry for What I Said When I Was SleepyHave you ever had a poor night’s sleep and noticed how irritable you were the day after? Almost everyone has experienced firsthand how a sleepless night can cause short tempers... By Gabrielle Keith3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Finding My TribeBack in 2020, during the famous pandemic of COVID-19, something wonderful was about to start: something that would change the lives of all those who got involved. At that time... By Kerly Joy Bwoga3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Narcolepsy in Kids: Are They Born With It?Narcolepsy often begins in childhood or adolescence. But it can look a lot different in kids than in adults. This can make it hard for doctors to diagnose children with... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
“Do You Consider Yourself to Be a Disabled Person?”"Do you consider yourself to be a disabled person?" Unfortunately for me, I could answer this in 2 different ways: No, I don’t, because for the better part of my... By Iris Vasconcelos2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
A Love Letter to My BedThank you for supporting me. Truly, you do. I spend most of my time swaddled beneath your sheets. My bones press into my mattress, and my mattress holds me up... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments