Conducting My Own Narcolepsy Research: The FindingsIn a previous post, I wrote about conducting my research project for my master's degree in health psychology. My research involved interviewing...reactions8comments
The Trauma of DisbeliefMedical trauma is real and can be incredibly distressing. For those of us with chronic illnesses like narcolepsy, medical offices tend to...reactions3comments
How I Feel About NapsEveryone without narcolepsy has told me how lucky I am that I can nap whenever I want. Before my diagnosis, I would...reactions9comments
Everyone's Tired... Right?Growing up, I never thought twice about my sleepiness and I didn't question it either. After I was diagnosed with narcolepsy, I would...reactions1comment
Community Views: How Can We Help People Experiencing Cataplexy?The first time someone sees – or experiences – an episode of cataplexy, they may not know what it is.Cataplexy is a...reactions2comments
When Having Narcolepsy Ruins Your DayI recently had the experience of getting my day ruined by narcolepsy — or, rather, my day was ruined because of the...reactionscomments
When Weather Affects My SymptomsSummer is here! I don’t know about you, but a hot summer day is bittersweet for me. I love to lay in...reactionscomments
The Benefits of Using a Pill Box OrganizerFor as long as I’ve known myself, I’ve been aware that my memory is not the best. I’m not sure if this...reactionscomments
Sometimes the Truth is Hard to HearIn a previous article, I talked about my weight loss adventure and how hard it was to get motivated and STAY motivated...reactions1comment
Narcolepsy and Memory: When Recollections VaryI have a memory of a vivid hallucination with my narcolepsy. It's a traumatic memory. I remember feeling frightened. I remember running to...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy: It's the Little ThingsBeing diagnosed with narcolepsy changes your life in many ways. There are some changes which are easy to notice from the outside...reactions2comments
A Day in the Life With NarcolepsyEvery facet of my life is affected by my chronic disease, narcolepsy. In the early years of my disease onset, I found...reactions3comments
If Cats Could Talk (Part 2): Having a BrotherThis article is part of a series written from the perspective of Kerly's cat, DJ. You can read Part 1 here. Back...reactions1comment
Adding Naps to My Daily RoutineI have been a napper from as far back as I can remember. My mom has told me I would always fall...reactions4comments
8 Natural Ways to Stay AwakeWe are always searching for new ways to stay awake, and while medication is undeniably essential for many of us, we can’t...reactions4comments
Ask Our Health Leaders: Managing Insomnia and Sleep Problems in NarcolepsyInsomnia, sleeplessness, and disturbed sleep are lesser-known symptoms of narcolepsy that many people in the community experience. Some people have found relief...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Impact of Narcolepsy SymptomsNarcolepsy has deep and lasting consequences for daily living. Many situations, whether at work, home, or school, are made more challenging by...reactionscomments
Community Views: How Can Healthcare Teams Treat Narcolepsy Better?Healthcare experiences can vary greatly with narcolepsy. Your healthcare team impacts how you feel. Doctors who listen and respond to your concerns...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy Coaxed Me Out of the Closet“I just really like boobs,” I cried to my college roommates once. “You know, sometimes we really wonder about you!” they giggled...reactionscomments
Pushing Through Limitations With AccommodationsHave you ever been invited to a concert or event and said yes, only to realize it might be a problem with...reactionscomments
