Definition of narcolepsy
narcolepsies
: a condition characterized by brief attacks of deep sleep often occurring with cataplexy and hypnagogic hallucinations
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Dreams, nightmares, sedatives, stimulants, narcolepsy, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder and even homelessness all come under his gaze.
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In 2007, Flygare, then a 24-year-old law student, was diagnosed with narcolepsy with cataplexy, a neurological disorder that causes chronic sleepiness and, in her case, symptoms of brief episodes of muscle weakness triggered by strong emotions.
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The little girl, too, developed narcolepsy, forcing Church to acknowledge his own.
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People who have narcolepsy tend to slip quickly into REM sleep, the phase when dreams occur, rather than experiencing the four phases that usually precede it.
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In the 1960s, fenethylline was widely recommended to people suffering from ailments like hyperactivity and narcolepsy.
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The event held at Title Boxing Club in Carlsbad helped raise awareness and funds for the nonprofit that offers educational information, events and emotional support to those with narcolepsy, a sleeping disorder.
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The event included free boxing lessons, since MacKenzie found that boxing can help those with narcolepsy.
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Obviously, sick people — say, with Parkinson's or narcolepsy — need medical intervention.
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Origin and Etymology of narcolepsy
International Scientific Vocabulary
NARCOLEPSY Defined for English Language Learners
narcolepsy
playDefinition of narcolepsy for English Language Learners
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medical : a medical condition in which someone suddenly falls into a deep sleep while talking, working, etc.
Medical Dictionary
narcolepsy
playMedical Definition of narcolepsy
narcolepsies
: a condition characterized by brief attacks of deep sleep often occurring with cataplexy and hypnagogic hallucinations—compare hypersomnia 2
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