Loving Me Unconditionally: My Journey From Sadness to LoveHave you ever or do you ever look in the mirror and ask yourself: Why did I do that stupid thing? Why...reactions7comments
Narcolepsy and the Menstrual CycleLiving with narcolepsy type 1 has made me extremely aware of how this condition impacts every part of my life, even my...reactions4comments
Enhancing Patient Safety: Addressing Communication Breakdowns in HealthcareNavigating the corridors of healthcare systems can sometimes feel like a journey through a dense forest with no map. Each twist and...reactionscomments
Successful First Narcolepsy Conference I had the privilege of attending a national narcolepsy conference, something I never thought I would be able to do! For one...reactions2comments
What Is the Difference Between Narcolepsy Type 2 and Idiopathic Hypersomnia?If you have excessive daytime sleepiness that interferes with how you function, you may wonder if you might have narcolepsy. The sleep...reactions1comment
Does Narcolepsy Make Me Unreliable?As someone living with narcolepsy, I have often wondered if my condition makes me an unreliable person. Narcolepsy is an incredibly unpredictable...reactions5comments
Narcolepsy in Children and Teens Versus AdultsNarcolepsy is a neurological condition that affects the sleep-wake cycle. A hallmark symptom can be excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). Narcolepsy affects both...reactionscomments
International Travel: When Preparations Fall ApartTraveling doesn't start the day you get on the plane, train, or bus; I think traveling starts from the day you purchase...reactionscomments
Medically MisunderstoodHave you ever walked into a doctor’s office hopeful that you will receive the help you need, only to leave an hour...reactionscomments
Putting a Ring On It: Getting Married While Managing a Sleep DisorderSome might have noticed my recent name change from “Craine” to “Bhavnani.” As of my writing this, I exited the dating realm...reactions1comment
Traveling with the Right TribeAs an avid traveler living with narcolepsy, I have had a wide variety of travel experiences. Often times I travel with friends...reactions4comments
NOT “Fat and Lazy” – Just NarcolepticLiving with narcolepsy as a person of a larger size can bring some added complications. I’d been overweight all my life when...reactions1comment
How NOT to React to a Cataplexy AttackCataplexy is a sudden, brief loss of muscle tone often triggered by strong emotions. If you have never witnessed a cataplexy attack...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy Letter to My 21-Year-Old SelfI went for lunch recently with a dear friend, someone I've known since I was 11. As we sat reminiscing, she posed...reactionscomments
Explaining Narcolepsy to OthersSharing a chronic diagnosis with others often feels scary. A narcolepsy diagnosis brings added challenges. Many people do not understand narcolepsy. Others...reactions7comments
Fighting for Narcolepsy Medication CoverageHave you ever had to prove to insurance that your narcolepsy medication is worth covering? This is unfortunately a common issue that...reactionscomments
I'm Proud of You“I’m proud of you,” my friend said, smiling. And my stomach dropped. I’d taken extra stimulants, four caffeine pills, and two cups...reactions7comments
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When You Are Newly DiagnosedIt is often hard to know what to ask – or even where to begin – when you have questions about a...reactionscomments
6 Ways Narcolepsy Has Affected My Mental HealthNarcolepsy is a condition for which there is no cure. This means that those of us who have it will live with...reactions4comments
A Journey Navigating Life Without MedicationI don't even remember how long I've been without medication. I remember thinking about how important it was to me and how...reactions1comment
