Children and Adolescents Can Remain Undiagnosed for Years

The story of Kiah and his mom, Rebecca

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Kiah remain undiagnosed.

Kiah Felt Mistreated at School Because of His Excessive Daytime Sleepiness

Hear how hard it can be for children with narcolepsy.

“I really knew I wasn’t doing it on purpose.”

Choose a video to watch Kiah and his mom describe their experiences with narcolepsy symptoms.

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Kiah Felt Mistreated at School Because of His Excessive Daytime Sleepiness

Kiah Felt Mistreated at School Because of His Excessive Daytime Sleepiness

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Even Kiah’s Family Thought He Was Just Lazy

Even Kiah’s Family Thought He Was Just Lazy

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It Was Hard on Kiah Knowing He Can’t Be Like the Other Kids

It Was Hard on Kiah Knowing He Can’t Be Like the Other Kids

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For Years Doctors Insisted That Nothing Was Wrong With Kiah

For Years Doctors Insisted That Nothing Was Wrong With Kiah

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Kiah’s Journey to a Diagnosis Was Long and Difficult

Kiah’s Journey to a Diagnosis Was Long and Difficult

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After Years of Suffering, Kiah Finally Got an Accurate Diagnosis

After Years of Suffering, Kiah Finally Got an Accurate Diagnosis

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Kiah’s Diagnosis Was Both a Relief and a Challenge

Kiah’s Diagnosis Was Both a Relief and a Challenge

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