Narcolepsy Support Group
A sleep disorder (somnipathy) is a disorder in the sleep patterns of a person or animal. Some sleep disorders can interfere with mental and emotional function. If you are having trouble falling asleep or having some other kind of sleep disturbance, this group is for you.
I am 55 now, but was first diagnosed at 15 when I kept falling asleep in school. I have never been able to drive because stress makes me fall asleep. I never dropped any of my babies when I fell asleep at least! I have not been able to work because stress knocks me out.
I do have cataplexy but not real bad. I got re-diagnosed just this last week. Long story short...married a guy then learned he did not believe in narcolepsy, abusive man, no support etc...Now I am out and rebuilding my life. I have so many allergies and am worried about taking Nuvigil or Adderal (if my insurance covers it). I was thinking maybe CBD at night to help calm the nightmares and periodic limb movement disorder, and then stronger coffee throughout the day to try to help stay awake. Anyone try this?
I found serious dreamwork, journaling and contemplation, has stopped the nightmares. My dreams are so vivid and action packed, I would wake with my heart racing and the emotional residue. I continue to work toward lucid dreaming, controlling myself in the dream. I have a science/spiritual take on my dreams and tackle my dreams head-on, making them more informative and relaxing.