Setting Your Child Up for Success: Initial Conversations With Their School and TeachersStarting school with a new narcolepsy diagnosis can feel like a big hurdle for both you and your child. To ensure a...reactionscomments
What Narcolepsy StoleMy world is different from yours. When I wake up in the morning, my first thoughts are never about what I’ll be...reactions12comments
Narcolepsy Medication and Missing MealsThe first stimulant I was introduced to was Modafinil, and as much as I used to view it as one of the...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Most Surprising Symptoms of NarcolepsyLiving with narcolepsy includes navigating many symptoms. It is a daily challenge. The symptoms can significantly alter your life. We were curious...reactions5comments
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...reactions40comments
A Typical Night of a Person With NarcolepsyA common misconception about narcolepsy is thinking we sleep fine at night. Many people believe that insomnia and narcolepsy are opposites, but...reactions2comments
Tips for Nights Out With NarcolepsyIn a previous post, I spoke about my experiences of nights out and drinking alcohol. I've struggled with it and, at times...reactions2comments
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
Narcoleptic Nap Guide: Drowsy Driving Edition Part 1Have you ever experienced the following while behind the wheel of a car: Or maybe you've found yourself nodding away while at...reactions11comments
What’s the Deal With Stimulants?Stimulants can potentially be helpful for those of us with narcolepsy. When I was first diagnosed with narcolepsy, though, sodium oxybate was...reactions8comments
Why Is Narcolepsy So Isolating?It is estimated that between 135,000 and 200,000 people in the U.S. suffer from narcolepsy. Narcolepsy is a relatively rare sleep disorder...reactionscomments
Living with Multiple Sleep Disorders: Narcolepsy and Sleep ApneaSleep apnea and narcolepsy are both sleep disorders. But that is where the similarities between the two end. I have been diagnosed...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy and the Female OrgasmThe female orgasm. Those 3 words inspire strong though polarizing reactions. In many cultures, it is taboo. In some countries, it is...reactions4comments
Falling Asleep in PublicIf you have narcolepsy, chances are you’ve been in this situation, too. You’re in the grocery store, looking at colorful cereal boxes...reactions4comments
Narcolepsy and Being at Risk of Sexual AssaultContent note: The following article mentions sexual assault. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider calling the National Sexual Assault...reactionscomments
Understanding Cataplexy in Children and Ways to Manage ItFor parents navigating the complexities of their child’s narcolepsy diagnosis, one of the most perplexing and often unsettling symptoms can be cataplexy...reactionscomments
What Is Type 2 Narcolepsy?Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that causes overwhelming sleepiness during the day. It is usually diagnosed between the ages of 10 and...reactionscomments
Navigating Playdates and Social Life for Your Child With NarcolepsyNavigating playdates, extracurriculars, and social life for a child with narcolepsy presents unique challenges. It requires a multi-faceted approach. Narcolepsy is characterized...reactionscomments
Movies and DozingA common thought people have when a date or family member falls asleep during a movie is, "Wow, guess they weren’t that...reactions3comments
What Not to Say to a Narcoleptic“You must have needed it.” This is the phrase I have heard for most of my life when I have awakened from...reactions16comments
