April 2021 PMID 33283752

Are sleep paralysis and false awakenings different from REM sleep and from lucid REM sleep? A spectral EEG analysis.

Greta Mainieri, Jean-Baptiste Maranci, Pierre Champetier, Smaranda Leu-Semenescu, Ana Gales, Pauline Dodet, Isabelle Arnulf

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15
Peak: 7 in Apr 2021
across 3 sources since Dec 2020

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887

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Dec 2020 – Jun 2023

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What people are saying

The posts collectively show support for the study’s conclusions, with examples like @AASMorg highlighting spectral EEG comparisons and discussions referencing EEG biomarkers to distinguish sleep states. The tone combines scientific interest with moderate engagement, emphasizing the study's relevance while remaining accessible.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions support the publication’s conclusion that sleep paralysis and false awakenings are distinct yet related states based on EEG findings.

InterestModerate interest

Participants display moderate curiosity, especially with mentions of EEG analysis and its implications, though some posts are more informational than inquisitive.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussions reflect some involvement, with references to research methods and theoretical frameworks, but lack deep critique or personal insights.

ImpactModerate impact

The social discussions acknowledge the significance of the findings in understanding sleep states, indicating a mild recognition of their scientific importance.

Abstract in brief

  • Sleep paralysis and false awakenings are states that occur between REM sleep and wakefulness, showing distinct EEG patterns that are different from normal REM sleep and wakefulness, but they share similarities with dream-like states.
  • Electrophysiological analysis reveals that during sleep paralysis, the brain exhibits a mix of theta, alpha, and delta waves, indicating a state that is intermediate between wakefulness and REM sleep, with muscle atonia and occasional eye movements.
  • The EEG patterns during false awakenings resemble those of sleep paralysis, characterized by predominant theta rhythms, suggesting the brain is in a dreaming state rather than being fully awake.

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American Academy of Sleep Medicine
@AASMorg · X

Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study suggest that the brain during sleep paralysis is not in an awake but in a dreaming state. @JCSMJournal https://t.co/N8VOeYAnA4 https://t.co/7W77xTszYs

Apr 7, 2021 · 14 likes · 8 shares · 25,887 followers View post →
Cathy Goldstein, MD, MS
@cathygo_sleep · X

Dr. Collop-top 10 JCSM

Feb 11, 2022 · 8 likes · 2,640 followers View post →
Elissaios Karageorgiou
@E_Karageorgiou · X

#EEG spectral analyses support that #sleep paralysis and false awakenings are dissociated states following the principles of Mahowald & Schenck, justifying the use of EEG biomarkers to identify overlapping states. https://t.co/q2lVsJuRwC

Apr 1, 2021 · 1 like · 369 followers View post →
Nacho Roura
@neuronach · X

RT @AASMorg: Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study…

Apr 7, 2021 · 8 shares · 11,820 followers View post →
Antonio Zadra
@DrZdreams · X

RT @AASMorg: Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study…

Apr 7, 2021 · 8 shares · 5,316 followers View post →
JCSM Journal
@JCSMJournal · X

RT @AASMorg: Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study…

Apr 7, 2021 · 8 shares · 3,482 followers View post →

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Cathy Goldstein, MD, MS
@cathygo_sleep · X

Dr. Collop-top 10 JCSM

Feb 11, 2022 · 8 likes · 2,640 followers View post →
Antonio Zadra
@DrZdreams · X

RT @AASMorg: Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study…

Apr 7, 2021 · 8 shares · 5,316 followers View post →
Centre for Sleep
@CentreforSleep · X

RT @AASMorg: Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study…

Apr 7, 2021 · 8 shares · 1,842 followers View post →
JCSM Journal
@JCSMJournal · X

RT @AASMorg: Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study…

Apr 7, 2021 · 8 shares · 3,482 followers View post →
Kevin Gipson
@kevingipsonmd · X

RT @AASMorg: Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study…

Apr 7, 2021 · 8 shares · 1,374 followers View post →
Nacho Roura
@neuronach · X

RT @AASMorg: Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study…

Apr 7, 2021 · 8 shares · 11,820 followers View post →
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
@AASMorg · X

Using a spectral EEG analysis, researchers compared episodes of #SleepParalysis and REM sleep. The results of this small study suggest that the brain during sleep paralysis is not in an awake but in a dreaming state. @JCSMJournal https://t.co/N8VOeYAnA4 https://t.co/7W77xTszYs

Apr 7, 2021 · 14 likes · 8 shares · 25,887 followers View post →
Elissaios Karageorgiou
@E_Karageorgiou · X

#EEG spectral analyses support that #sleep paralysis and false awakenings are dissociated states following the principles of Mahowald & Schenck, justifying the use of EEG biomarkers to identify overlapping states. https://t.co/q2lVsJuRwC

Apr 1, 2021 · 1 like · 369 followers View post →
Marcus Ng
@spikewhisperer · X

RT @SleepResearch_: Are sleep paralysis and false awakenings different from REM sleep and from lucid REM sleep? A spectral EEG analysis. ht…

Dec 8, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,448 followers View post →
Giulio Bernardi
@giu_bernardi · X

RT @SleepResearch_: Are sleep paralysis and false awakenings different from REM sleep and from lucid REM sleep? A spectral EEG analysis. ht…

Dec 8, 2020 · 3 shares · 922 followers View post →
Martin Dresler
@dreslerlab · X

RT @SleepResearch_: Are sleep paralysis and false awakenings different from REM sleep and from lucid REM sleep? A spectral EEG analysis. ht…

Dec 8, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,381 followers View post →