Most of us have had nightmares involving scary monsters at some point in our lives. But that fear pales in comparison with the seemingly real mysterious and menacing figure who has people around the ...

Sleep paralysis occurs in 1 in 5 people, and more crucially, often comes with scary visions, writes Baland Jalal.

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Sleep paralysis happens when you wake up but can't move for a few minutes. Stress and anxiety can trigger episodes of sleep paralysis. Sleep paralysis isn't dangerous, but it can make you feel uneasy.