Learn more about this neurological sleep disorder
Falling asleep frequently during the day even after sleeping for an adequate amount of time can be a sign of narcolepsy. In Canada, like in many other countries, narcolepsy is a rare sleep disorder that is generally misunderstood and often misdiagnosed.
Have you experienced buckling of the knees, sagging of the jaw, your face drooping, head dropping or a full body collapse with emotions like laughing, happiness, or anger? This may be the result of a cataplexy episode, a symptom of narcolepsy.
Living with narcolepsy can be difficult, see how it can impact different parts of a person’s life.
There are resources available in Canada to help you and your loved ones living with narcolepsy.
Uncovering Narcolepsy aims to share information about narcolepsy and resources available to Canadians living with this disorder. The content on this site is meant to raise awareness about narcolepsy. A sleep specialist can assess your symptoms and make a diagnosis.
