There are a number of adjustments and adaptations people with narcolepsy can make in their lives that can positively impact symptoms and quality of life. Generally speaking, the more a person becomes involved in his/her own treatment the more control they feel over the disorder and their lives.

• Practice Good Sleep Hygiene to impose and strengthen a regular sleep/wake cycle
• Limit Consumption of stimulating foods, beverages, alcohol and tobacco, especially several hours before sleep and naps
• Exercise to develop strength and endurance and improve metabolism. All of these help to reduce and combat sleepiness and helps a person to get better quality sleep.
• Let Natural and/or Simulated Sunlight Work for You. Modern science has devised special lights that simulate sunlight, stimulating the brain to produce serotonin and norepinephrine, brain chemicals that give us a positive feeling and promote wakefulness.
• Schedule Naps, Work, and Activities to maintain regularity in your life
• Keep a To-Do List to stay organized
• Seek support through  Support Groups and Narcolepsy Network’s closed Facebook group to share issues, coping mechanisms, stories, information and to feel accepted

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