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Characteristics of Narcoleptic Episodes
Narcoleptic episodes are often paradoxically triggered by heightened emotional states, such as arousal or stress. These sleep attacks typically last for a brief period, ranging from a few minutes to half an hour. Following an episode, individuals commonly report feeling refreshed.
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