Irresistible Urge to Sleep – Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS)

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Waking Up Tired – Narcolepsy Symptoms Explained Podcast Episode One

One symptom that every person with narcolepsy experiences is Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, or EDS. It’s not just feeling tired — it’s a persistent, overwhelming sleepiness that doesn’t go away, no matter how much rest you’ve had. EDS is often the first symptom to appear, but because it overlaps with so many other conditions, it’s frequently misunderstood or misdiagnosed.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Belinda — another Australian living with narcolepsy — as she shares what EDS feels like for her, and how it affects everyday life: from school and work to raising a family.

Waking Up Tired Podcast

Published by Di Spillane

My name is Di Spillane and I am Living With Narcolepsy (N1) in Australia. Despite having lived with this disorder since childhood, I wasn't diagnosed with narcolepsy + cataplexy (N1) until late in life at the age of 49. Every person has their own personal journey, this website is where I will share my story about living with narcolepsy & cataplexy, and my long journey to receiving a diagnosis. I will share information and tips for managing day to day life in an effort to help others who live with narcolepsy, help those who suspect that they might have a sleep disorder by providing information about my experiences, and help the narcolepsy community by advocating, educating, and raising public awareness of this debilitating rare sleep disorder.

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