Sleep paralysis

this look scarrrrrry!!

Last night, I had a bad experience again....I thought I could have a short peaceful sleep before I off to work.

Was suppose to wake up @5am as my shift started @7am. I was having some problem breathing abt 1-ish am...Felt like a big heavy figure was destroying, stepping my entire body n made me feeling uncomfortable. Was reciting some Prayer Doa's soo many times but it failed as my mouth was locked n I could'nt open my eyes...

1hr b4 I sleep my family were discussing how I shld change my sleeping pattern in order to avoid it from happening again..we were casually chatting and speaking of the devil it happen 1hr later...FYI: I usually get it like all d time. Sucks big time!!

I feel angry irritated lost..u name it? d feeling is juz too painful..tat heavy figure stepped on my breast..ouch ..

Friends @ Facebook suggested me few ways to avoid d situation again.n I find this quite useful..

Do check it out this link for those who is interested: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleep_paralysis

What is Sleep paraylis??

Sleep paralysis is a condition that may occur in normal subjects or be associated with narcolepsy, cataplexy, and hypnagogic hallucinations. The pathophysiology of this condition is closely related to the normal hypotonia that occur during REM sleep.[1] When considered to be a disease, isolated sleep paralysis is classified as MeSH D020188.[2] Some evidence suggests that it can also, in some cases, be a symptom of migraine.[3][4]

Possible causes
Sleep paralysis occurs during REM sleep, thus preventing the body from manifesting movements made in the subject's dreams. Very little is known about the physiology of sleep paralysis.[citation needed] However, some[who?] have suggested that it may be linked to post-synaptic inhibition of motor neurons in the pons region of the brain.[citation needed] In particular, low levels of melatonin may stop the depolarization current in the nerves, preventing the stimulation of the muscles and any consequent enactment of the dream activity by the body (e.g. preventing a sleeper from flailing his legs when dreaming about running).[citation needed]
Several studies have concluded that many or most people will experience sleep paralysis at least once or twice in their lives.[citation needed] A study conducted by Sedaghat F. et al. has investigated the prevalence of sleep paralysis among Iranian medical students. 24.1% of students reported experiencing sleep paralysis at least once in their lifetime. The same result was reported among Japanese, Nigerian, Kuwaiti, Sudanese and American students.[16]
Many people who commonly enter sleep paralysis also suffer from narcolepsy. In non-Nigerian Africans, panic disorder occurs with sleep paralysis more frequently than in Caucasians.[17] Some reports read that various factors increase the likelihood of both paralysis and hallucinations. These include:[18]
Sleeping in a face upwards or supine position
Irregular sleeping schedules; naps, sleeping in, sleep deprivation
Increased stress
Sudden environmental/lifestyle changes
A lucid dream that immediately precedes the episode.

Folklore
In the Muslim culture of South Asia (Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Indian Muslims), sleep paralysis is considered an encounter with evil jinns and demons. It is also assumed that it is caused by the black magic performed by enemies and jealous persons. Spells and Curses could also result in a ghoul haunting a person. Some homes and locations are also alleged to be haunted by these satanic beings.