Can stress lead to or worsen narcolepsy?

Narcolepsy can be a cause of stress. The age of onset of narcolepsy is often in the teens during school age years. When this condition develops, students may experience stress in school life and find it difficult to adapt to school life because they are falling asleep during classes or exams, getting lower grades or receiving negative evaluations for falling asleep. Furthermore, even if you are in your 20s or older, having narcolepsy can have a negative impact on your social activities which can lead to more stress. It is important to be properly diagnosed, relieve symptoms and help others around you understand the condition. If you're experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness or other concerning symptoms, take a free AI symptom checker test to better understand what might be causing your symptoms and whether you should seek medical care.