cataplexy

Sex
We Both Have Narcolepsy. This Is How We Have Sex
“I recently tried putting rope restraints on myself to see if I could get out of them on my own, in case Liam ever fell asleep—and I can!”
Mark Hay
1.5.22
Health
What It’s Like to Have Narcolepsy and Go Through Life Tired AF
"I can’t go to a movie theater without falling asleep.”
Manisha Krishnan
3.24.17
Identity
What It's Like to Abruptly Pass Out Every Time You Laugh
For women with narcolepsy, one extreme symptom—cataplexy—can lead to them falling asleep in moments of extreme emotion. Even a simple laughing fit could be dangerous to their health.
Layla Haidrani
4.9.16

Drugs
Talking with a Man Who Takes Nine Grams of GHB Every Night to Treat His Narcolepsy
Xyrem is one of the most effective treatments for narcolepsy—only it's nearly impossible to get hold of, leading to fears that sufferers might start to self-medicate with drugs bought off the dark web.
Max Daly
12.17.15