# narcolepsy

A long-term condition in which the brain can't keep sleep and waking properly apart, bringing overwhelming sleepiness by day and, for some, sudden muscle weakness.

## Where it comes up

- [Why can’t my teenager fall asleep before midnight?](https://nitez.com/teenagers-and-sleep)
- [What is narcolepsy, and could I have it?](https://nitez.com/narcolepsy)

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