My Diary
Welcome to my blog about living with Narcolepsy. I created this blog as a space for people living with this condition or who know someone with narcolepsy as a space to learn more and share information from first had accounts of others living with the sleep disorder.
Narcolepsy and Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a joyous occasion for many women, but for those dealing with narcolepsy and pregnancy, it can present a unique set of challenges. Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder that affects the control of sleep and wakefulness, resulting in excessive...
Narcolepsy Service Dogs
arcolepsy service animals could help someone with narcolepsy by performing tasks such as waking them up from a sudden sleep attack, helping them balance when walking, providing emotional support during times of stress, and retrieving medication or other necessary...
Hypnagogic Hallucinations
Hypnagogic hallucinations are vivid and dreamlike experiences that occur as a person is transitioning from wakefulness to sleep, during the hypnagogic state. They can be auditory, visual, or tactile, and are typically accompanied by a feeling of being unable to move...
Sleep Paralysis with Narcolepsy
Sleep paralysis is a common phenomenon in which an individual experiences a temporary inability to move or speak while transitioning between sleep stages. It is a condition that affects approximately 7.6% of the general population and is frequently reported by those...
Narcolepsy with Cataplexy
Cataplexy is a condition characterized by transient episodes of sudden loss of muscle tone, often triggered by strong emotions such as laughter or surprise. It is a core symptom that often comes with narcolepsy, a disorder of the sleep-wake cycle that affects...
Narcolepsy Resources
Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder that affects around 1 in 2,000 people. It is characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness, sudden sleep attacks, and in some cases, cataplexy, which is a sudden loss of muscle tone. Narcolepsy can significantly impact a person’s daily life, affecting their ability to work, drive, and socialize. Fortunately, many resources are available to help people with narcolepsy manage their condition. This blog post will highlight some of the best narcolepsy resources and provide helpful links.
Introduction to Narcolepsy
Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder that affects the regulation of sleep-wake cycles. It is characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness, cataplexy, sleep paralysis, and hypnagogic hallucinations. While narcolepsy is not a common condition, it affects an...
Learn More
Here are some items that may help you on your sleep heath and wellness journey. Disclaimer: This blog is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. Please read this disclaimer. Always seek professional medical help and advice for diagnosis and treatment of narcolepsy or any other condition.