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From ancient times, many cultures have examples of supernatural creatures that paralyze sleeping humans. Today, we know that sleep paralysis is caused by
A) watching televisions while sleeping.
B) spirits and demons in science labs.
C) disruption in people’s sleep cycles.
D) having the window open while sleeping.
The correct answer is C) disruption in people’s sleep cycles.
Sleep paralysis occurs when there is an interruption in the transition between sleep stages, particularly between REM (rapid eye movement) sleep and wakefulness. This can lead to a temporary inability to move or speak while falling asleep or waking up, which is often accompanied by hallucinations. Factors that can disrupt sleep cycles include sleep deprivation, irregular sleep schedules, and stress.
The correct answer is C) disruption in people’s sleep cycles.
Sleep paralysis occurs when a person is either falling asleep or waking up and is temporarily unable to move or speak. This phenomenon is often linked to irregularities in the sleep cycle, particularly during transitions between sleep stages, such as entering or exiting REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Factors like stress, sleep deprivation, and disrupted sleep patterns can contribute to these episodes.