What are the emotions of narcolepsy?

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Because narcolepsy is so disruptive, people who have it often feel a lot of different feelings. Being too sleepy during the day, having sudden sleep attacks, and having cataplexy episodes can make you angry and frustrated because they get in the way of daily life, work, and social contacts. People with this condition often feel anxious, especially because their symptoms can change at any time and they are afraid of having cataplexy or sleep paralysis in public or while doing important things. People with this kind of anxiety may avoid settings where they feel embarrassed or vulnerable because of their symptoms, which can make them withdraw from society.

The emotional effects of narcolepsy may also lead to depression, since being tired all the time and having trouble sleeping can hurt your mood and general health. Due to changes in how the brain controls sleep-wake cycles, some people may feel emotionally blunted, which means they feel detached or find it hard to feel strong feelings. With the right treatment and coping skills, though, people can start to feel better about their condition and start to accept it. This is because they can better handle it, which is good for their mental health and quality of life.