Awareness on Sleep Paralysis and Impact of Lifestyle Change on Sleep Paralysis: An Online Survey

Abstract

Aim: The survey aim is to perceive awareness and impact of lifestyle change on sleep paralysis among people. Methods and Material: This study was designed as a cross-sectional survey. Questionnaires were sent by google form. Results: There were a total of 21 questionnaires examined. Male and female respondents gave a combined response rate of 38% and 62%, respectively. The percentage of male and female respondents who experienced sleep paralysis was almost the same i.e. male 29%, female30.7%. There was no significant difference observed in the respondents in terms of the episodes of sleep paralysis and quality of sleep. The frequency of nightmares, the timings, and irregularity in sleep, and especially the degree of insomnia, all showed a link that leads to sleep paralysis. Although, there was a significant difference in lifestyle data between genders that includes cigarette smoking, the average for sleep and nap time. Conclusion: Awareness of Sleep Paralysis and its impact on lifestyle was found to be affirmative in this survey. Furthermore, the findings of this study imply that maintaining regular sleep habits is a crucial step to avoid such symptoms. We propose that adults and the elderly be educated on the importance of good sleep habits