The classic tetrad of hypnagogic hallucinations, cataplexy (sudden bilateral loss of muscle tone), excessive daytime sleepiness, and sleep paralysis characterizes narcolepsy, a chronic sleep disorder. Narcolepsy affects 0.05 percent of the population. It lowers the quality of life for those who have it and can prevent them from engaging in certain occupations and pastimes. Therefore, this paper focuses on the symptoms, causes, and available treatments of narcolepsy. Through literature reading and analysis, it can be concluded that narcolepsy with cataplexy is caused by disruptions in signals within the central nervous system and a lack of hypocretins. There is currently no known cure for narcolepsy, and medication along with lifestyle modifications is the basis of therapy. Moreover, several innovative therapies are being created and tested.