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A 25-year-old woman complained of an 8-month history of excessive daytime somnolence. She stated that she had to take multiple naps during the day and had vivid dreams on falling asleep. Her friend had witnessed loss of muscle control in her legs following a significant change in emotional state such as anger or laughter. She had also experienced episodes of being paralyzed on awakening. Neurological examination was normal.
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(2005). Sleep Disorders. In: Neurology Oral Boards Review. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59259-984-4_18
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