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Reticular Activating System And Sleep Paralysis
Isolated sleep paralysis is a type of
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Alternative Names
Sleep paralysis - isolated
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Isolated sleep paralysis is more likely to happen during the first two hours of sleep. Not getting enough sleep or sleeping on the back may cause more frequent episodes.
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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