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Understanding Narcolepsy Symptoms
In people living with narcolepsy, symptoms occur because the separate states of wakefulness and sleep do not work properly.
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Narcolepsy with Cataplexy - Scott’s Story
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Hear from Scott, a 48-year-old stay at home dad, as he shares his experience living with narcolepsy with cataplexy. Watch his video to learn about his cataplexy triggers, and hear how he talks about complete loss of muscle control and partial cataplexy that he describes as feeling like “a little short circuit.” Visit the Know Narcolepsy website to learn more and sign up for updates. www.knownar...
Putting My Health First - Tim’s Narcolepsy Diagnosis Story
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It took years for Tim to receive a narcolepsy diagnosis. He shares the challenges he faced along his journey and how he learned the importance of putting his health needs first. Visit the Know Narcolepsy website to learn more and sign up for updates. www.knownarcolepsy.com Welcome to #KnowNarcolepsy, a community for people impacted by narcolepsy, looking to find support, education, real-life st...
Managing Relationships and Social Life With Narcolepsy
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Hear Gina talk about her experiences and share advice about setting boundaries with the important people in her life. Visit the Know Narcolepsy website to learn more and sign up for updates. www.knownarcolepsy.com Welcome to #KnowNarcolepsy, a community for people impacted by narcolepsy, looking to find support, education, real-life stories and tips for living with narcolepsy. Learn more about ...
Talking to Your Friends and Family About Narcolepsy
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A narcolepsy diagnosis can impact the whole family. Hear Andre describe how he sat down with the people in his life and began a journey of education and understanding. Visit the Know Narcolepsy website to learn more and sign up for updates. www.knownarcolepsy.com Welcome to #KnowNarcolepsy, a community for people impacted by narcolepsy, looking to find support, education, real-life stories and ...
Sleep Wake State Instability Throughout the Day
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People living with narcolepsy can experience multiple intrusions of non-REM sleep and REM sleep throughout the day. Understand the impact of ongoing sleep-wake state instability in narcolepsy. KnowNarcolepsyHCP.com is an online resource that seeks to help healthcare professionals improve the lives of their patients with narcolepsy. Hear from real people living with narcolepsy to gain insight in...
The Importance of Histamine in Stabilizing Wakefulness
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Histamine neurons may play an important role in sustaining wakefulness for long periods during the day. Review research that suggests increased activation of histamine neurons may help stabilize wakefulness in narcolepsy. KnowNarcolepsyHCP.com is an online resource that seeks to help healthcare professionals improve the lives of their patients with narcolepsy. Hear from real people living with ...
The Pathophysiology of Cataplexy
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Cataplexy occurs when the muscle atonia associated with REM sleep intrudes into wakefulness during the day. Learn about the neuronal processes that allow strong emotions to trigger a loss of muscle tone in people living with narcolepsy. KnowNarcolepsyHCP.com is an online resource that seeks to help healthcare professionals improve the lives of their patients with narcolepsy by offering insight ...
The Neurobiology of Normal Sleep and Wakefulness
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A normal sleep-wake cycle requires the coordinated activity of several neuronal systems that regulate the timing and stability of three distinct states: wakefulness, non-REM sleep, and REM sleep. Review how the brain regulates these states to ensure that elements of one state do not intrude into another. KnowNarcolepsyHCP.com is an online resource that seeks to help healthcare professionals imp...
The Pathophysiology of Narcolepsy
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In most people living with narcolepsy, the disorder is caused by the loss of neurons that produce hypocretin (also known as orexin). Learn more about how this loss leads to sleep-wake state instability, and understand the link between pathophysiology and symptoms of narcolepsy. KnowNarcolepsyHCP.com is an online resource that seeks to help healthcare professionals improve the lives of their pat...
The Role of Histamine in Sleep and Wakefulness
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Histamine neurons in the brain play an important role in stabilizing wakefulness during the day. Learn how histamine has been shown to help promote and stabilize wakefulness. KnowNarcolepsyHCP.com is an online resource that seeks to help healthcare professionals improve the lives of their patients with narcolepsy. Hear from real people living with narcolepsy to gain insight into the impact of d...
Being an Active Participant in Your Narcolepsy Journey
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Andre shares how he took control of his journey with narcolepsy by becoming an active participant in his story. Visit the Know Narcolepsy website to learn more and sign up for updates. www.knownarcolepsy.com Welcome to #KnowNarcolepsy, a community for people impacted by narcolepsy, looking to find support, education, real-life stories and tips for living with narcolepsy. Learn more about us and...
What Sleep Paralysis and Hypnagogic Hallucinations Can Feel Like
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As a person living with narcolepsy, Gina describes what it feels like when she experiences hypnagogic hallucinations and sleep paralysis. Visit the Know Narcolepsy website to learn more and sign up for updates. www.knownarcolepsy.com Welcome to #KnowNarcolepsy, a community for people impacted by narcolepsy, looking to find support, education, real-life stories and tips from people living with n...
What does Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) with Narcolepsy Feel Like?
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Four Personal Stories: Four people living with narcolepsy share their experience of what excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) feels like for them. Visit the Know Narcolepsy website to learn more and sign up for updates. www.knownarcolepsy.com Welcome to #KnowNarcolepsy, a community for people impacted by narcolepsy, looking to find support, education, real-life stories and tips from people living...
My Narcolepsy Story: Living Above the Diagnosis
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My Narcolepsy Story: Living Above the Diagnosis
What It Feels Like to Live with Narcolepsy
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What It Feels Like to Live with Narcolepsy
A Parent’s Perspective: Being a Parent with Narcolepsy
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A Parent’s Perspective: Being a Parent with Narcolepsy
Everyone with Narcolepsy Has a Different Story to Tell
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Everyone with Narcolepsy Has a Different Story to Tell
Understanding Normal Wakefulness and Sleep
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Understanding Normal Wakefulness and Sleep
Narcolepsy: What’s Happening in the Brain?
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Narcolepsy: What’s Happening in the Brain?
Helping Others Understand How Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) Impacts Your Life Every Day
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Matt, Emily, Sharon, Ijeoma and Leah share their personal stories about living with narcolepsy to help others understand the impact excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) has on their day-to-day lives. Visit the Know Narcolepsy website to learn more and sign up for updates. www.knownarcolepsy.com Welcome to #KnowNarcolepsy, a community for people impacted by narcolepsy, looking to find support, edu...
Tips for Daily Living with Narcolepsy
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Tips for Daily Living with Narcolepsy
Finding Your Narcolepsy Support Group
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Finding Your Narcolepsy Support Group
Narcolepsy Symptoms Can Include Sleep Paralysis, Hypnagogic Hallucinations
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Narcolepsy Symptoms Can Include Sleep Paralysis, Hypnagogic Hallucinations
Social Situations Triggered My Cataplexy
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Social Situations Triggered My Cataplexy
Personal Stories of Living with Narcolepsy
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Personal Stories of Living with Narcolepsy
How to Manage the Social Impact of Narcolepsy
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How to Manage the Social Impact of Narcolepsy
Avoiding Emotions to Control Cataplexy
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Avoiding Emotions to Control Cataplexy
Emotions That Can Trigger Cataplexy Attacks
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Emotions That Can Trigger Cataplexy Attacks
Recognizing Narcolepsy and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
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Recognizing Narcolepsy and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness