0699 Frequency of Sleep Paralysis as Related to Lifestyle Variables in a Nationwide Student Sample: Preliminary Findings
Sleep April 20, 2024 Michael Spano, Edward F Pace-Schott
Abstract Introduction Sleep Paralysis (SP) is a sleep-disturbing experience of muscle atonia while conscious, creating an in-between sensation of wakefulness and dissociation during REM sleep. During SP, one can experience hypnagogic and hypnopompic hallucinations, which may cause feelings of terror and fear. These feelings affect the overall well-being of the experiencers and may impact other...