10 Terrifying Facts about Sleep Paralysis

Experiences reported include difficulty breathing due to a weighted chest, feelings of panic and fear. Sleep paralysis has been a widespread point of fascination for many years. Some have claimed the cause to be stemming from a demon, spirit, and even part of the alien abduction experience. What do you think is true? Have you experienced sleep paralysis before?

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