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
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
Narcolepsy: Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover"Don’t judge a book by its cover" is one of the most cliché phrases, but it’s still one of my favourite sayings...reactions2comments
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
People-First Language: Person With Narcolepsy, Not NarcolepticThis article is about my preference for person-first language, such as identifying as a person having narcolepsy with cataplexy, as opposed to...reactions3comments
Auto-Scrolling with NarcolepsyI’m over forty, and was honestly not the most versed in electronics as a kid even though I feel we had an...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Earliest Symptoms of NarcolepsyOften, narcolepsy and other sleep disorders are not diagnosed until you're in your 30s or even later. But, looking back, many community...reactions2comments
Not Contagious, Yet Not WellA few weeks ago, my son was really tired even though he just woke up. I had fears that this was going...reactions2comments
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...reactions3comments
