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| − | + | Sleep paralysis is when you are physically paralyzed while falling asleep or waking up but you are mentally awake. Sleep paralysis is often associated with other symptoms, such as a sense of suffocation, decreased heart rate, hallucinations, feeling an evil presence in the room, or feeling afraid, and it may be the result of other conditions.<ref name="rf10962">http://www.sleepeducation.org/sleep-disorders-by-category/parasomnias/sleep-paralysis/overview-facts</ref> Fortunately, though it can be scary, sleep paralysis is not dangerous.<ref name="rf10963">http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/sleep-paralysis</ref> To cope with sleep paralysis, start by working on sleeping better, which can help reduce the occurrences. You can also work on what to do when it happens, as well as talk to your doctor about any underlying conditions. | |
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
=== Sleeping Better === | === Sleeping Better === | ||
