Sleep Paralysis

What is sleep paralysis?

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Sleep paralysis occurs when you complete a sleep cycle and shift to the next cycle. When you are in a deep sleep, the brain will be awake, and the other organs will be at rest. So, it will take some time for the signal from the brain to reach other parts like the legs and hands.

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Sleep paralysis is a condition of temporary loss of muscle control called atonia. Isolated sleep paralysis Recurrent sleep paralysis

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Narcolepsy Shift work sleep disorder Sleep deprivation Obstructive sleep apnea

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Paralysis in your limbs Inability to speak Sense of suffocation Hallucinations

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Stick to your sleep cycle. Physical activity with less impact may help you sleep better. Do not take stimulants that might keep you awake for long. Avoid stress and get sufficient rest.

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Sleep Paralysis

What is sleep paralysis?

When you are sleeping, you get a feeling of getting strangled, and you will not be able to move your hands and legs, yet you will be wide awake. It is natural to think that you might be experiencing some paranormal activity. But it is not true.

Sleep paralysis occurs when you complete a sleep cycle and shift to the next cycle. When you are in a deep sleep, the brain will be awake, and the other organs will be at rest. So, it will take some time for the signal from the brain to reach other parts like the legs and hands.

Sleep paralysis is a condition of temporary loss of muscle control called atonia. Isolated sleep paralysis Recurrent sleep paralysis

Types of sleep paralysis

Narcolepsy Shift work sleep disorder Sleep deprivation Obstructive sleep apnea

Causes of sleep paralysis

Paralysis in your limbs Inability to speak Sense of suffocation Hallucinations

Symptoms of sleep paralysis

Stick to your sleep cycle. Physical activity with less impact may help you sleep better. Do not take stimulants that might keep you awake for long. Avoid stress and get sufficient rest.

How to prevent sleep paralysis ?

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