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Should I see a doctor about my sleep paralysis?
Talk to your doctor if episodes of sleep paralysis make you anxious. You should see a sleep doctor if the episodes keep you up at night or make you very tired during the day. The doctor will need to know when the sleep paralysis started. She will want to know how often it occurs and how long it lasts.
Is sleep paralysis a health condition?
Sleep paralysis is a normal part of the REM sleep. However, it is considered to be a disorder when it occurs outside of REM sleep. It can occur in otherwise healthy people, as well as in those presenting symptoms of narcolepsy, cataplexy and hypnagogic hallucinations.
How do I stop worrying about sleep paralysis?
The best way to avoid sleep paralysis is to get a better night’s rest and make sleep a priority. There are several steps you can take for getting better sleep or if your job affects your sleep schedule. This may include eliminating electronics before bed or making your bedroom more optimal for restful sleep.
Why do people start getting sleep paralysis?
One of the major causes of sleep paralysis is sleep deprivation, or a lack of sleep. A changing sleep schedule, sleeping on your back, the use of certain medications, stress, and other sleep-related problems, such as narcolepsy, may also play a role.
What is the common scary symptoms of sleep paralysis?
Visions,such as seeing a person or demon-like figure in the room
Is sleep paralysis a symptom of a serious problem?
It may be accompanied by hallucinations and intense fear. Sleep paralysis is not life-threatening, but it can cause anxiety. It can happen alongside other sleep disorders, such as narcolepsy. It often starts during adolescence, and it can become frequent during the 20s and 30s. It is not a serious risk.
Is it safe to wake someone from sleep paralysis?
I often have sleep paralysis and while I can’t “make noises”, I can change my breathing pattern so that it’s obvious that something is wrong (if someone is around I’ll do shallow rapid breaths). That being said, it’s perfectly safe to wake someone up from sleep paralysis.
What is the best treatment for sleep paralysis?
If you have occasional sleep paralysis, you can take steps at home to control this disorder. Start by making sure you get enough sleep. Do what you can to relieve stress in your life — especially just before bedtime. Try new sleeping positions if you sleep on your back.