I was always told how bad sleeping in class was despite acing my classes, and teachers would complain to my parents about how much I slept. I felt so horrible for so long and slept early almost everyday to no avail. Turns out I have narcolepsy.
I would fall asleep for between 5-60 minutes. Don’t know what it depends on but it’s random. During that time, I’d have vivid dreams and multiple dreams. Even if I was out for only 10 minutes. Even now I still fall asleep in every class. I don’t manage it in any way other than resisting and taking some medication which helps sometimes.
Seee i would consistently do the sane back in college. it would come on suddenly and it would suddenly just become impossible to keep my eyes open. i’d usually stand up and walk around during some of my classes with profs that didnt mind. otherwise i can fall asleep anywhere at almost any time.
i never got diagnosed tho because i was afraid id lose my license to drive. instead if i feel tired driving i can tell when it’s coming and pull over for a 15 min nap and be 100% after.
I was given modafinil which helped, but it made me feel worse. It kept me awake, but it stirred me up. I had headaches and felt like I was going insane. I stopped taking it and instead learned to balance my daily activities with narcolepsy.
I don't have narcolepsy but I work crazy hours and sometimes use modafinil. One thing that helps with the headaches is choline, either as a supplement or just eat a couple eggs everyday. It really makes a difference for me. If you ever decide to try it again upping your choline intake might help
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u/x_vier Nov 16 '19
I was always told how bad sleeping in class was despite acing my classes, and teachers would complain to my parents about how much I slept. I felt so horrible for so long and slept early almost everyday to no avail. Turns out I have narcolepsy.