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Re: sleep paralysis

Posted by jeanne on August 17, 2001 at 10:21:48:

In Reply to: Re: sleep paralysis posted by marc on August 15, 2001 at 21:25:26:

Don't know about a way to prevent sleep paralysis, but my doctor told me when it occurs, if you can wiggle a finger or toe or if someone touches you, it will stop. I believe antidepressants such as prozac (i.e. SSRI's) help with the paralysis. It is also worse when you sleep on your back. Jeanne

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