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  Cataplexy is a sudden loss of muscle tone that is associated with narcolepsy, a neurological sleep disorder. It can look like a seizure, but it's not 1 .  Cataplexy can be triggered by strong emotions such as laughter, anger, or excitement 2 .  The symptoms of cataplexy can vary from person to person, but some common symptoms include: Drooping eyelids Jaw dropping Head falling to the side due to neck muscle weakness Whole body falling to the ground Various muscles around your body twitching without an obvious cause 1 During a mild attack, there may be a barely visible weakness in a muscle, such as drooping of the eyelids. A more severe episode may involve a total body collapse 2 .  Cataplexy episodes typically last a few seconds to a few minutes and can occur without warning 3 . It's important to note that cataplexy is a rare symptom that is typically associated with narcolepsy 4 .  If you suspect you have cataplexy, it's important to speak with a healthcare p...