Is It Me or Is It Narcolepsy?I often wonder if narcolepsy is to blame for my lack of focus or if I am. We know that narcolepsy has...reactions19comments
I Ran Out of My Medicine in a Foreign CountryOne of my favorite things to do is travel. My first international trip was to Paris, France in 2017, which started my...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy Makes Housework HardI’ve always been the kind of person that kept their personal space clean. Even as a kid, it was a ritual for...reactions5comments
No Screens, PleaseHealthy sleep habits are important for people with and without sleep disorders like narcolepsy; from waking up and going to sleep at...reactions2comments
My Condition, My Choice!“You look tired, is everything ok?” This is a question that most of us living with narcolepsy are probably tired of hearing...reactions5comments
Invisibility: Blessing or Curse?There are many illnesses that are fairly visually obvious. Many chronic conditions may be difficult — or, at times, even impossible —...reactionscomments
Worries While Having Narcolepsy Narcolepsy is a rare condition affecting 1 in 2,000 people in the general population. Due to its rarity, I am not flabbergasted...reactionscomments
SSI and Medicaid: Moving to a Place Based on Healthcare“What do you mean I’m not eligible for Medicare?” I groan into the phone. “I’m on Social Security, aren’t I?” At this...reactionscomments
Brain Fog on a Sunny Day: How I Stay Productive on Difficult DaysWith a chronic illness like narcolepsy, some days I am more capable than others. Other days I feel like a mountaintop has...reactionscomments
Working From Home: The Good, the Bad, and the UglyI am sure so many of us have experienced the ups and downs of working from home over the last 2 years...reactionscomments
Analyzing the Benefits and Risks of Stimulant UseMost people living with narcolepsy are well acquainted with this word: stimulants. Known under countless other names (amphetamines, methylphenidate, Ritalin, modafinil, Adderall...reactions4comments
6 Tips for Staying on Top of TreatmentLiving with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course...reactionscomments
Day in the Life of a Flight Attendant With NarcolepsyI became a flight attendant in May 2017. Initially, I didn't care to be a flight attendant. I was going to practice...reactions8comments
Mr. Night Shift and Ms. NarcolepsyI met my boyfriend in high school. Honestly, I never really noticed him until my senior year. We were both in the...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy, Periods, and Cramps… Oh My!I have lived with narcolepsy since it onset in my junior year of college in 2016. The symptoms were extremely difficult to...reactions1comment
How I Prepare for Medical AppointmentsMost of us living with narcolepsy are probably well acquainted with regular visits to the doctor. Unfortunately, people diagnosed with narcolepsy very...reactions2comments
Using Public Transportation With NarcolepsyI recently moved to Portland, Oregon, and am learning how to utilize the public transit services. I own a car but like...reactionscomments
Frustrating Challenges of Brain FogOne of the more frustrating challenges of living with narcolepsy is the brain fog and memory issues. There are many times when...reactions6comments
Narcolepsy Onset Is TraumaticMy narcolepsy is unique. My narcolepsy was caused by a virus — a little bug. I was visiting home from college when...reactions4comments
Surviving RegretI’ve been wondering for some time now if I’m the only one that feels as though I’m simply watching everyone else live...reactionscomments
