What triggers narcolepsy? Stress and strong emotions. Lack of sleep. Too much sleep. Too little caffeine.
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It is thought to be caused by a deficiency in the production of a brain chemical called hypocretin, which regulates sleep. The exact cause of this deficiency is unknown, but it is believed to be related to a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Show more…
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