Help! I suffer from church specific narcolepsy. Are there any known treatments?
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Hide behind a big bible and have your wife elbow you in the ribs if you start to snore.  CSN requires the support of your family, be very clear on that with her.
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Hello,\n   I have been a sleep clinician for about 20 years**yipes! and you simply need to see a physician or sleep physician (they are called Diplomats of the ABSM *American Board of Sleep Medicine) as soon as possible to get some treatment. The only Board certification for sleep medicine is Diplomat, ABSM which means they have passed rigorous examinations and training in sleep disorders medicine as well as their other specialty medical boards (Pulmonology, Neurology etc). They will offer you options for treatment that will GREATLY improve your life. Once treated, you will be amazed at the changes you see in your daily life functioning levels. The tiredness goes away, you will lose weight, you will be able to sit in meetings without sleeping but it takes treatment.\n   The longer you have sleep apnea, the more damage it does to how you feel daily. Treatment options vary greatly but NCPAP *Nasal Continuous Positive Airway pressure* is one of the preferred methods for effecting treating sleep apnea. Its a small mask that you wear at night that provides an airway splint with air being pushed through nasal passages. Patients I have treated with it tell me that once they start it their lives are miraculously changed overnight. If that is the treatment your doctor suggests you should wear it every time you sleep (even when napping) and  even take it with you for your occasion business or vacation trips.\nIf you get nasal stuffiness, simply call your physician and ask for a nasal steroid (nasal spray) that will alleviate the problem.  Should you have other options research them carefully before opting for surgery. In many cases, nasal polyps or deviated septum require surgery (but NCPAP) can be used before and after this to assure you continue to feel better. There are some surgeries however, that have very low success rates and create whats called "silent snoring". That means you are still having apnea without all the sounds which can be dangerous as it doesn't alert you to arouse yourself during a period of sleep apnea which would terminate the apnea. Snoring with sleep apnea are alerts to the brain to arouse you to stop the sleep apnea episode. \n  I can reassure you if you get treatment, you WILL feel better. I know this a very difficult time in your life and very hard to deal with daily. You WILL get better with treatment and you WILL have so much improvement you will feel like a miracle has occurred.\n  I have enclosed some links that I hope help you learning about sleep apnea and treatment options.\n\nhttp://www.absm.org/\n\nhttp://www.sleepnet.com/\n\nhttp://www.sleepfoundation.org/\n\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/sleepdisorders.html\n\nhttp://sleepdisorders.about.com/
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At age 15-16 I suffered greatly from this problem, napping during 2nd period royally f***ed my calculus grade...\n\nUnfortunately there's no 'magic' cure for your ailment, it's gonna take some work to overcome-\n\nHeres what I found useful:\n\nStart doing cardio, stop drinking caffeine, and make sure to keep your blood sugar up by eating every few hours.\n\nBy getting off substances like caffeine and by starting a cardio workout routine you will get your blood flowing and will tire yourself enough to get a good night's sleep.\n\nJust getting 10 hours of sleep isn't enough, you have to be getting at least 6-8 hours of deep sleep a night. Get into your bed, make sure you're comfortable, and make sure it stays dark through the night.\n\nTry not to use your bed for anything other than sleeping, if you read, eat, or watch TV in your bed at night, you'll confuse your brain and will subsequently make it harder for your brain to fall into a deep sleep.\n\nI used to have this problem, but getting off caffeine and exercising normally turned out to be the most effective for my problem. (and now, I'm down to only 6 hours of sleep a night!)\n\nI hope this helps!
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Yes, narcolepsy.  I'm not sure I spelled it right either, but I personal experience.  When you also mentioned driving I went  AH HUH!!!  Yep, you have what has been named over the years as "sleeping disease".  When you drive, watch TV, read, anything that relaxes your mind you go unconscious, but your eyes are still open!  Tell your girlfriend that its un-natural and that you are NOT on drugs.  I know this for a fact that my dad has it.  My mother noticed it when he was driving she would be talking to him while he was driving down the road and would realize that he "wasn't even listening to her" she would get SOOOO mad, just like your girlfriend!  Then he went to the doctors and was tested.  There are medications and ways to counter-act what is happening in your brain.  And no you aren't  ignoring your girlfriend either.  Tell her its OK, not to make a big deal out of it, lighten up and that YOU MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE DOCTOR! It has been known about for decades.  I am 50 years old and my dad was diagnosed while I was a kid!  So I DO KNOW about the condition.  Its more a brain way/condition than a disease.  You don't catch it, you pass it to anyone, its genetic, and show her my answer ok?  If she has any other questions about it she can e-mail me     faysdaze1@verizon.net
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It sounds like he could be narcoleptic.  You should get him to see a doctor to see if there are ways to control it.
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other than sleepwalking? somnambulism
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try churches or a good Therapist
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I try to lay down with a cold compress on the forehead, keeping my eyes closed and noises to a minimum.  Imitrex always works for me....but taken as a last resort.  I have heard that Relpax is good too.  Feel better!
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You aren't alone, honey- I started getting similar things at around 18yrs old. (I am very aware, amparalyzed and cannot speak at all)\n\nWe aren't alone, either. There are many informative websites on sleep paralysis and night terrors. \n\nThere is research being done at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.  See website below. Also, some info on wikipedia.\n\nScientists may attribute it to neurological issues. \nSpiritual ppl may attribute it to spiritual/demonic attacks.\nFor me, I speak as a Christian who has experienced many similar episodes: I believe that there is a combination of both science/spirit involved... I have also found relief in praying to Jesus during the attacks.  The attacks are much less frequent now \n\n-You may want to talk to a pastor or somebody that you trust to pray for you. \n-You may also want to keep a sleep-log and see if certain foods, situations, etc may be related to these events. -During the attacks, try to relax and take deep breaths 'fighting it' can sometimes make it last longer. Try not to be afraid of falling asleep.\n-You may also want to mention it to your physician.\n\nGood luck and sweet dreams!\n\n:)
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stop doing drugs first of all. then medatate when you go to bed. When my wife complains about not being able sleep, I tell her to medatate till she either falls asleep or sees God.
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Try Lamisil from the pharmacy.  It is awesome!
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LOVE the previous answer.\nAs for my experiences:\n1. get eight hours of sleep or at least try to wake up the same time everyday.\n2. try taking a 20 minute nap in the afternoon.\n3. Eat a light snack. Something with a bit of whole grains and some protein is best. \n4. Avoid heavy foods with lots of sugar and fat.\n5. Exercise.\n6. Take a break and do something that interests you.\n7. Aviod keeping the heat on too high. Warmth makes you drowsy.\n8. If you are at a desk for long periods of time, get up every hour to stretch and walk a bit.\n\nIf you are still having problems, see your physician as you may have sleep apnea or some sort of sleeping disorder.
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Hello there sleepy head or should I say can't sleep at all head no just kidding really what works for me is try reading the Bible anywhere in it pick a book especially the book of Psalm it is quite comforting and pray to the Lord to give you peaceful rest and sleep tonight and he will answer I am sure your prayer take care read Psalm 91 tonight.
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Try this:\nThe idea is to tone down mind and body activities hours before sleep so you will get to sleep easier...\nSome useful steps:\n1. Drink less coffee, tea or any other drinks that contain caffeine, especially after later part of afternoon.\n2. Try going to bed at the same time every night.\n3. Avoid alcoholic drinks after evening time as alcoholic drinks may cause early morning wakefulness and may wake you up after your sleep.\n4. Ensure your sleeping environment is suitable for sleeping (not too noisy, not too bright, not too cold, bed not uncomfortable)\n5. Avoid heavy meals hours prior to sleep.\n6. Stop all mind-stimulating activities 1 hour before going to bed (activities like reading research papers, reading mystery solving books, doing your school work, solving a complicated Maths question, watching your computer, watching TV, etc)\n7. Half an hour before bed, take a warm bath. Then drink a cup of WARM milk.\n8. As you lie on bed, take a deep breath and as you breath out, slowly, imagine you have abandoned your body. Imagine that your body slowly 'sinks' into your bed and become 'blended' into the bed. As you are imagining, take another deep breath and count 1. * As you breath out, slowly, now imagine your body is like water ripples spreading out, slowly. Take deep breath again and count 2 and repeat the process (from the place i marked with a *). Start counting from 1 again when you reach 9 or any number you prefer...\nHope this help. Email me if you have queries.
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I'm an insomniac so I can sympathize! There are all sorts of tricks to try, warm milk, a warm bath, mild exercise about 1 hour before bed. Try to read or do puzzles somewhere other than bed and have your room dark and on the cool side. try self relaxation when you lie down close your eyes and starting at your temples imagine each muscle slowly relaxing as you move down your body.  If all else fails a mild over the counter sleep aid may be needed on occassion or see a doctor. Good Luck and Sweet Dreams!
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I would see a doctor.  Also try lavendar, like lavendar candles, or a lavendar plugin, or a lavendar pillow spray.
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I have the same problem. What I do is lay down, close my eyes and in my mine I'll keep calling on Jesus and I would adventurely go to sleep.