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Why do i have sleep paralysis mostly when i take a xanex or the night after? everytime i am awake in my mind and asleep in reality and the brain zaps!
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Sleep Paralysis: Some factors include genetics, sleep deprivation, stress, narcolepsy, mood disorders, medications, ; substance abuse. Recommend consulting a neurologist for workup.
Answered 1/3/2014
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