Narcolepsy Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to individuals with narcolepsy and related sleep disorders. Our mission is to provide services to educate, advocate, support and improve awareness of this neurological sleep disorder.
Latest News & Events
Join Us for Our Next Virtual Support Group Meeting
Since we are not allowed to meet in person, we wanted to find a way to still “meet” as a support group. Everyone is welcome! We will […]
Support Us on #GivingTuesday
This year has been one to remember! While many of us are still struggling to find a new normal, we are proud of the programs we have […]
Snowmobiling for Narcolepsy
Snowmobile Narcolepsy Fundraiser
Mindfulness Meditation Program Study
If you have been diagnosed with narcolepsy and struggle with depression or anxiety, you may qualify for a study. The Behavioral Sleep Medicine Lab at Northwestern is […]
Virtual Mini-Conferences
We will be hosting five virtual mini-conferences to cover the topics that were planned for the in-person conference. Our second Virtual Mini-Conference will be held on December […]
What is Narcolepsy?
Narcolepsy is a medical disorder that impacts 1 in approximately 2,000 people in the United States of America. The disease is a sleep disorder, involving irregular patterns in Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep and significant disruptions of the normal sleep/wake cycle. While the cause of narcolepsy is not completely understood, current research points to a combination of genetic and environmental factors that influence the immune system. Read More
