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Why does it feel like i'm falling or about to fall asleep all the time? i'm not tired. i also feel like i haven't eaten or slept in a week even though i most certainly have. the 'falling' feeling is the weirdest. almost like vertigo but not quite.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Narcolepsy?: Please see your doctor. He/she may refer you to a urologist if narcolepsy is suspected. That's a disorder where sleep can come on unexpectedly, often triggered by strong emotion. Peace and good health.

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Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

Why does it feel like i'm falling or about to fall asleep all the time? i'm not tired. i also feel like i haven't eaten or slept in a week even though i most certainly have. the 'falling' feeling is the weirdest. almost like vertigo but not quite.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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