Isolated sleep paralysis (ISP) results from persistence of REM activity, including typical paralysis associated with REM, after an individual begins to awaken and become aware or as they are falling asleep.
During these episodes, individuals are aware of their surroundings, but are unable to move. Hallucinations, such as sensing presence of others, feeling external pressure on the chest, and hearing footsteps or odd sounds commonly accompany the paralysis. These experiences may cause fear and ...
Isolated sleep paralysis (ISP) results from persistence of REM activity, including typical paralysis associated with REM, after an individual begins to awaken and become aware or as they are falling asleep.
During these episodes, individuals are aware of their surroundings, but are unable to move. Hallucinations, such as sensing presence of others, feeling external pressure on the chest, and hearing footsteps or odd sounds commonly accompany the paralysis. These experiences may cause fear and ...