Fighting the Desire to Sleep ForeverContent Note: This article describes suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. Suicide. It’s a hard topic to broach, but...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 disorder occurs equally in men and women and...reactions1comment
The Exhaustion of Just Making It Through the Day: Helping Others to UnderstandLiving with narcolepsy can involve fighting excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue on a daily basis. Getting through each day and engaging in daily activities can feel like a never-ending battle...reactions10comments
Your Voice, Your Vote: Advocating for ChangeThe goal of this article is to bring about awareness of issues related to people with disabilities and to encourage eligible voters to exercise that right. Anyone looking for my...reactions2comments
One Bad AppleI would like to share an experience I had with a medical provider I had the misfortune of meeting. He was one of a handful of bad apples I have...reactionscomments
4 Reasons to Subscribe to Our Weekly NewsletterDo you want more information about narcolepsy? Are you looking for support? Do you want to talk to other people affected by this condition? If you answered “yes” to any...reactionscomments
Wakix® Becomes First and Only Non-Controlled Drug Approved for Cataplexy Due to NarcolepsyThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Wakix® (pitolisant) for the treatment of cataplexy in adults with narcolepsy. This makes Wakix the first and only non-controlled, FDA-approved treatment...reactionscomments
The Struggle and Stigma of Narcolepsy MedicationsAs people with narcolepsy, most of us take some type of medication every day. They help us to live as close to “normal” as possible. However, acquiring the medications we...reactions8comments
Others May Not “See” It. But I Feel It.During Invisible Illness Awareness Week, we want to recognize and shed light on all those affected by an illness that may go unnoticed despite the major impact your illness has...reactionscomments
5 Tips to Be Successful in College With NarcolepsyDealing with narcolepsy and the workload of college can be a stressful experience. You could have 4 exams, 7 assignments, a pop quiz, and a 15-page paper all due within...reactionscomments
Where Do I Start? How to Share Your Narcolepsy Story“I want to share my story, but don’t know how to start…” If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. We’ve heard people say this quite often in the narcolepsy...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy, Dreams, and the "Emotional Hangover"Most people with narcolepsy will know what it’s like to experience wild dreams. With our brains hard-wired to lapse into REM at a moment’s notice, we can sometimes feel like...reactions35comments
Concentrating With Narcolepsy Is Harder Than It LooksI started an article last week, and it has taken me 3 sessions and one redo to complete! So I decided my next article would be about how hard it...reactions10comments
World Narcolepsy Day - Take Over the WorldTaking over the world one story at a time.Pinky: “Gee, Brain, what are we going to do tonight?” Brain: “The same thing we do every night, Pinky. Try to take...reactionscomments
Relationships and Narcolepsy: 3 Important ConversationsWhen it comes to relationships, every couple will have their issues - but when one of you has narcolepsy, this can bring up some unique challenges! As a person with...reactionscomments
Take the Connected Health Survey!In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers to mobile apps, we use connected health technology to track symptoms, monitor...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy and Stress-Induced Sleepiness and CataplexyExcessive daytime sleepiness is a symptom experienced by everyone having narcolepsy type 1 (with cataplexy and hypocretin deficient) and narcolepsy type 2 (without cataplexy and not hypocretin deficient). This profound...reactions3comments
Can Narcolepsy Take a Seat?Imagine you’re on a train on your way home from work. It’s been a long day. Despite taking your regular nap at lunch you can feel yourself fading. The gentle...reactions1comment
4 Terms I Created to Describe My NarcolepsyOver the years I have created terms to describe my narcolepsy. It's so hard to describe how I feel sometimes! When I say I am tired to someone who has...reactions11comments
Fine-Tune Your Narcolepsy SymptomsBesides any medication a doctor can prescribe you, you can do some things yourself to fine-tune your narcolepsy symptoms. The following lists are based on positive patient experiences which could...reactions4comments
