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My son is scared cause he got sleep paralysis last night and thinks there are demons after him. he read this might be a problem online?
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Needs reassuarance: The condition is complex and requires a thorough review by your son's doctor for a proper evaluation and treatment. It may be due to other sleep disturbance, caused by ADHD meds if he is on them, or other emotional issues. Pl review attached link for a thorough review on the subject.
Answered 12/14/2014
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Don't know his: age - has he been evaluated by a sleep specialist?
Answered 12/20/2014
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