Understanding Sleep Paralysis

What is sleep paralysis?

• A type of sleepwalking

• A condition where people cannot move upon waking

• A state of deep sleep

• A dream where you can control your actions

What are common mild symptoms of sleep paralysis?

• Vivid dreams and nightmares

• Sleepwalking and talking

• Increased heart rate and sweating

• Tense muscles and labored breathing

What can sleep paralysis sometimes cause?

• A restful night's sleep

• Increased energy levels

• Hallucinations that make nightmares come alive

• Lucid dreaming

What did Sean see during his sleep paralysis?

• A figure that looked like his mother

• A friendly dog

• A bright light

• A peaceful garden

What happened to Sean when he tried to call for help?

• He was able to move freely

• His voice didn't work and his body wouldn't respond

• He was able to scream loudly

• He woke up immediately

What did Joo see at the foot of her bed?

• A bright star

• A woman's head looking at her

• A cat sleeping

• A shadowy figure

How did Joo react when she saw the woman's head?

• She talked to the head

• She ran out of the room

• She screamed for help

• She closed her eyes immediately

What did Nicholas see during his sleep paralysis?

• A woman in a black dress looming above the floor

• A friendly ghost

• A bright light

• A peaceful meadow

What happened to Nicholas when the woman in black approached him?

• He felt his throat closing and couldn't breathe

• He felt a sense of calm

• He woke up immediately

• He started laughing

What did Nicholas do after the woman in black screamed?

• He bolted out of his bed

• He fell back asleep

• He started singing

• He ignored it