Psychological Determinants of Sleep Paralysis: A Contemporary Review of Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma
International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research February 15, 2026 R Sruthi, A Seethalakshmi
Sleep paralysis is a distressing parasomnia marked by temporary immobility during sleep–wake transitions, often accompanied by intense fear and hallucinatory experiences. While traditionally explained through neurophysiological mechanisms, this contemporary review highlights the significant role of psychological factors in shaping both the onset and experience of sleep paralysis episodes....