Sleep paralysis is a condition that causes temporary paralysis and vivid hallucinations during waking moments of sleep.

Imagine waking up in the middle of the night and realizing you cannot move a single muscle. Your eyes are open. Your mind is fully awake. But your body feels trapped, frozen, and completely ...

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.

Charlie Marie Wilson, 38, woke up feeling like she'd done a strenuous workout, until the pain in her body turned into paralysis.