Sleep Paralysis | Basic Epidemiology & Mechanism [@ 5:04]

The video explains sleep paralysis, a state where individuals are aware but unable to move or speak, often accompanied by hallucinations. It occurs during the transition from REM sleep to waking. The video delves into the physiological and biochemical mechanisms, highlighting the role of neural inhibition in maintaining muscle atonia. It also discusses the activation of a threat vigilance system during sleep paralysis, leading to hallucinations. The video concludes with a hypothesis on the neural errors causing prolonged atonia during waking.

What percentage of people are estimated to experience sleep paralysis at some point in their lives?

Discuss the types of hallucinations that can occur during sleep paralysis.

How does the activation of the threat activated vigilance system contribute to the experience of sleep paralysis?

What is the proposed hypothesis regarding the error that leads to sleep paralysis upon waking?