Sleep paralysis is a temporary inability to move or speak while falling asleep or waking up. It occurs when your mind is awake, but your body is still in a state of sleep.
1. Feeling unable to move or speak
2. Sense of pressure on the chest
3. Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t there)
1. Irregular sleep pattern
2. Stress and anxiety
3. Sleep deprivation
4. Sleeping on your back
1. Maintain a consistent sleep schedule
2. Reduce stress through relaxation techniques
3. Avoid caffeine and heavy meals before bed
4. Create a comfortable sleeping environment
1. Stay calm and focus on breathing
2. Try to move small parts of your body, like your fingers or toes
3. Remind yourself that it will pass in a few seconds