Strategies For Managing Automatic BehaviorsAs a person with severe type 1 narcolepsy, the question isn’t whether I will experience automatic behaviors or not – the question...reactions2comments
10 Ways To Self-AdvocateWe talk a lot about spreading awareness and advocacy in this community, and while both are so important, in order to do...reactions2comments
Your Year in Review With NarcolepsyAs we all prepare to ring in the New Year of 2023, it's the perfect time to connect with each other as...reactions2comments
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
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
What It's Like to Be a Woman With NarcolepsyI am proud to be a woman, and I am proud to be a woman with narcolepsy. Women are strong, independent, caring...reactions4comments
Small Steps Towards HealthyIt’s hard knowing you used to be healthy, and now you’re not. It’s hard to look at pictures of yourself from a...reactions1comment
Dear StrangerDear Stranger, I see you eyeing me from across the room. Your table is in the other corner of the restaurant and...reactions3comments
Holistic Narcolepsy Remedies: Part 3 – Equine TherapyHolistic therapies have been around for centuries. I currently utilize holistic therapies in addition to the Western medication I need to adequately...reactionscomments
Disabled Hikers Are Valid TooA typical Monday morning might find me toeing a rocky trail in the middle of a forest. Unlike working, hiking is something...reactions4comments
‘Brittany Runs A Marathon’: What About When Lifestyle Changes Don’t Fix You?Brittany Runs a Marathon (available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video) is a tale of the arduous journey of one woman in...reactions5comments
Exploring New Hobbies with Narcolepsy: Sewing and Support GroupsI was diagnosed with narcolepsy type 1 in 2017. That means that I’ve had less than 4 years to acclimate to my...reactions3comments
What I Lost From Narcolepsy and What I Gained Along the WayWhen I first started showing symptoms of narcolepsy, I was a successful honors college student preparing to apply to medical schools. Within...reactions2comments
Arizonan Summers Make My Narcolepsy UnlivableI’ve lived in Arizona for my entire life. The dry, baking heat has enveloped me since I was a child. Just like...reactions6comments
When Dreaming Is Too MuchIf you have narcolepsy like me, then you might also have vivid dreams. Chronic vivid dreams are one symptom of many that...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy and 'Mosquitos’ Part 1: Everyday Phrases That Can Sting When You Have NarcolepsyHaving narcolepsy is a daily struggle. One of the less often spoken-about difficulties can come in the form of ableist microaggressions. A...reactions6comments
Sodium Oxybate Trials, Pediatric Research, and Narcolepsy Comorbidities in the NewsWorld Narcolepsy Day falls annually on September 22. The following news briefs cover recent research of interest to people living with narcolepsy...reactions2comments
Accepting Help and Accommodations for a Hidden DisabilityI struggled during my time at sixth form with narcolepsy. However, I managed to get the grades I needed to go to...reactionscomments
Anti-Binge OatsAs a person with type 1 narcolepsy, I often struggle to feel gratified from the food that I eat. A 2016 study...reactions4comments
Advocacy: One Person Can Make a DifferenceJohn F. Kennedy once said, "One person can make a difference, and everyone should try." The world is such an enormous place...reactions1comment
