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College Success Series

Narcolepsy Network Resource Series

College Success Series

Practical guidance to help students with narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia prepare for college, advocate for their needs, and care for their well-being throughout the semester.

Supporting Your College Journey

Starting college is an exciting milestone, but managing narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia can bring additional challenges. Narcolepsy Network’s College Success Series provides students and families with practical guidance on accommodations, self-advocacy, healthy routines, medication considerations, dorm life, and preparing for a successful semester. Explore the articles below for information and strategies to help you navigate college with greater confidence and support.

Article 1

Understanding Your Rights: College Accommodations for Narcolepsy and IH

Learn how disability accommodations work in college, which supports may be available, and why connecting with your school’s disability services office early can help you prepare.

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Article 2

College Survival Tips: Managing Narcolepsy and IH Beyond the Classroom

Explore practical strategies for managing routines, medications, meals, transportation, social activities, and other parts of daily college life outside the classroom.

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Article 3

College Success Series: Talking to Professors: How to Advocate for Yourself in College

Find tips for discussing approved accommodations, communicating your needs clearly, and building productive relationships with professors throughout the semester.

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Article 4

College Success Series: Balancing College Life: Staying Healthy While Enjoying the Experience

Discover ways to protect your sleep routine, plan around your energy, maintain friendships, and participate in college life while making your health a priority.

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Article 5

College Success Series: Starting the Semester Strong: Your College Success Checklist for Narcolepsy & IH

Bring everything together with a practical checklist covering accommodations, healthcare, schedules, support systems, and the essentials to review before each semester begins.

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Article 6

Sodium Oxybate and Dorm Life: Helping College Students Prepare

Explore practical considerations for students taking sodium oxybate, including planning ahead, securely storing medication, establishing routines, and preparing for dorm life with confidence.

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Narcolepsy Network Resource Series

College Success Series

Practical guidance to help students with narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia prepare for college, advocate for their needs, and care for their well-being throughout the semester.

Supporting Your College Journey

Starting college is an exciting milestone, but managing narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia can bring additional challenges. Narcolepsy Network’s College Success Series provides students and families with practical guidance on accommodations, self-advocacy, healthy routines, and preparing for a successful semester. Explore the articles below for information and strategies to help you navigate college with greater confidence and support.

Article 1

Understanding Your Rights: College Accommodations for Narcolepsy and IH

Learn how disability accommodations work in college, which supports may be available, and why connecting with your school’s disability services office early can help you prepare.

Read Article
Article 2

College Survival Tips: Managing Narcolepsy and IH Beyond the Classroom

Explore practical strategies for managing routines, medications, meals, transportation, social activities, and other parts of daily college life outside the classroom.

Read Article
Article 3

College Success Series: Talking to Professors: How to Advocate for Yourself in College

Find tips for discussing approved accommodations, communicating your needs clearly, and building productive relationships with professors throughout the semester.

Read Article
Article 4

College Success Series: Balancing College Life: Staying Healthy While Enjoying the Experience

Discover ways to protect your sleep routine, plan around your energy, maintain friendships, and participate in college life while making your health a priority.

Read Article
Article 5

College Success Series: Starting the Semester Strong: Your College Success Checklist for Narcolepsy & IH

Bring everything together with a practical checklist covering accommodations, healthcare, schedules, support systems, and the essentials to review before each semester begins.

Read Article