What is sleep paralysis?
Sleep paralysis is a temporary inability to move or speak while falling asleep or waking up. The person is conscious but unable to control their body.
Is sleep paralysis dangerous?
It is not usually physically dangerous, but it can be psychologically distressing and disruptive to sleep and mental health.
Who experiences sleep paralysis?
It affects people of all races, religions, ages, and economic backgrounds across the world.
Is sleep paralysis a mental illness?
No. It is not classified as a mental disorder, although it can coexist with anxiety, trauma, and sleep disorders.
Is there a cure?
There is currently no definitive cure. Management focuses on education, sleep practices, and addressing contributing factors.
Can I share my experience safely?
Yes. Submissions are confidential and used ethically for research and education.
What does sleep-paralysis.org do?
We promote research, education, data collection, and global dialogue to address sleep paralysis as a public health issue.
Why is it not talked about?
Many people feel fear, shame, or confusion. In some cultures it is explained through spiritual or supernatural beliefs, which discourages open discussion.
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