Sam has cataplexy and narcolepsy. Narcolepsy means he his brain can't recocnize awake-sleep patterns. He can have sleep attacks. Which means he can suddenly fall asleep without warning even while working or in the middle of a conversation. He often needs to take naps and seeks out your help. Cataplexy means he can lose control of his muscle tone. It is cuased by high emotions. But its not just about the sleeping. And its about the good moments too. Your on a roadtrip with your mom, dad and older sister. You have five hours left and are trying to entertain eachother.