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...reactions2comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions4comments
"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...reactions9comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactionscomments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactions6comments
“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...reactions13comments
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...reactionscomments
If Sleep Is So Important, Why Is the Impact of Narcolepsy So Overlooked?We are always being told about the importance of sleep by health professionals and in the media. One example comes from the...reactions7comments
Meet Tre Burge: Narcolepsy Advocate and Content Creator“I’ve always been creative. Developing 'Sleppy' came from a need to express what I experience every day with narcolepsy – being sleepy,”...reactionscomments
How My Diagnosis Helped My GPAIt is interesting how being diagnosed with narcolepsy has significantly improved my GPA. I began my undergraduate career in 2013. I was...reactions3comments
When I Grow Up"What do you want to be when you grow up?" I've always questioned whether it's wrong to ask young kids this question...reactions4comments
Automatic Behaviors Are Disabling When You Have NarcolepsyMy eyes trace the lines of a book One word at a time I swallow each letter and digest The contents within...reactionscomments
Community Views: Describing Life With Narcolepsy in EmojisBefore diagnosis, narcolepsy was perhaps unfamiliar to you — now, at times when you might need to explain this neurological disorder to...reactionscomments
