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
Fear of Hurting Myself or OthersAs a person with narcolepsy, I am always thinking about safety. It is the one thing that I am always aware of...reactions2comments
How Do Narcolepsy Dreams Impact Spirituality?Narcolepsy is a neurological disease characterized by an inability to regulate sleep or wake cycles. This means that during the day when...reactionscomments
Interview With a Fellow NarcolepticLiving with narcolepsy can be a challenge and is not always easy. One of the things that I struggled with in the...reactionscomments
Making a Clean Space AccessibleLiving with a chronic disease like narcolepsy is hard enough, but keeping a clean living space on top of that? It’s virtually...reactionscomments
Navigating the Shadows of Narcolepsy StigmaLiving with narcolepsy is a unique and often misunderstood journey, marked by the ever-present stigma that infiltrates various aspects of our lives...reactions3comments
Is a Career With Idiopathic Hypersomnia Possible?Throughout my life, I went through a bunch of career changes before I was even diagnosed with idiopathic hypersomnia (IH). As a...reactionscomments
I Am Held Captive by My CataplexyI’ve lost someone close to me, and I am having a hard time both physically and emotionally handling it. Experiencing grief when...reactionscomments
Should You Live Alone With Narcolepsy?When I express how much I want to live on my own again, people always ask me, “Is it a good idea...reactionscomments
Community Perspectives: Narcolepsy in Love, Life, and RelationshipsIt's no secret in this community that living with narcolepsy and maintaining relationships at the same time can come with unique challenges...reactions3comments
Narcolepsy and My Chaotic Relationship With FoodLiving with narcolepsy means that I often struggle to take care of my basic needs. Naturally, narcolepsy has made my relationship with...reactionscomments
Navigating Love and Narcolepsy: A Guide to Dating Someone With NarcolepsyDating someone with narcolepsy can bring unique challenges, but with understanding, communication, and empathy, you can build a strong and fulfilling relationship...reactionscomments
Money Challenges: How Narcolepsy Affects Financial IndependenceAside from the condition itself, there's an added burden tied to narcolepsy that hardly receives recognition — the struggle to be financially...reactionscomments
Fight or Flight: A Narcoleptic's Reaction to PainNarcolepsy will rear its quirky little head at the most inconvenient times. It doesn’t care where we are or what we are...reactionscomments
Finding the Right Narcolepsy Treatment Plan Is Like Building a HouseFinding the right narcolepsy treatment plan is like building a house. When I was first diagnosed with narcolepsy, I hoped there would...reactions4comments
Narcolepsy and the Cloak of IsolationAs the years go by, there's a subtle weight that descends, a deepening sensation of isolation that accompanies the unrelenting hold of...reactionscomments
Picking Up the Controller: IH and Video GamesWhen I was a kid, I loved playing video games. The first games I can remember getting my hands on were Barbie...reactionscomments
This Can't Be Happening to MeRecently, I was experiencing some tingling in my foot. I am trying to do a better job of noticing when my body...reactionscomments
Grooming With NarcolepsyGrooming with narcolepsy isn’t for the faint of heart. As a person with narcolepsy, every little bit of effort that I dedicate...reactionscomments
To Work or Not — That IS the Question!I received notice today that vocational rehab has a spot open for me. This program is my last attempt to enter the...reactions1comment
