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. 2009 Feb 15;5(1):83-4.

A case of sleep paralysis with hypnopompic hallucinations. Recurrent isolated sleep paralysis associated with hypnopompic hallucinations, precipitated by behaviorally induced insufficient sleep syndrome

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A case of sleep paralysis with hypnopompic hallucinations. Recurrent isolated sleep paralysis associated with hypnopompic hallucinations, precipitated by behaviorally induced insufficient sleep syndrome

David E McCarty et al. J Clin Sleep Med. .
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The Nightmare (1781), by British painter Henry Fuselli (1741–1845) captures the terrifying experience of ISP: A malevolent presence sitting on the chest, while the victim lies flaccid, helpless.

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