Sleep paralysis is a temporary sense of paralysis that occurs between stages of wakefulness and sleep. During an episode of sleep paralysis, you are conscious but unable to move or speak.One of the ...

The last time it happened was a Saturday morning about two weeks ago. My eyes fluttered open — but when I tried to sit up, I couldn’t. I spiraled into panic mode. Although I could see my sunlit ...

Have you ever opened your eyes in the middle of the night and realized you could not move a single part of your body? Your brain feels awake, but your arms, legs, even your voice, feel locked. Some ...

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Have you ever woken up after sleeping, unable to move? Maybe you can see ...

Sleep paralysis is feeling pressed down and unable to move or wake up while sleeping. Sleep paralysis is a condition where a person is conscious but unable to move during the transition between ...

Sleep paralysis is a condition that typically occurs when an individual is either falling asleep or waking up. With sleep paralysis, you regain awareness but can't move. [iStockphoto] For a healthy ...

This post is written by Netra Kothari, Human Resource Intern, Monk Prayogshala, Mumbai, India. You’re asleep — at least, you thought you were. You’re in the dark in your bedroom and unexpectedly feel ...

(CNN) — Sign up for CNN’s Sleep, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep. Baland Jalal lay in bed terrified, experiencing his own real-life horror ...

Many people who experience sleep paralysis see frightening hallucinations some call "sleep paralysis demons." - Illustration by Leah Abucayan/Alberto Mier/CNN Baland Jalal lay in bed terrified, ...