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When i'm on the verge of sleeping it feels like i'm suddenly falling of a cliff and i open my eyes and nothing happens. why?
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HYPNAGOGICI: This is called a "hypnogogic" experience. If it happens right before you wake up, it's callled a "hypnopompic "experience..It is a very common phenomenon ...It's like semi-waking dream...Unless it really bothers you or inhibits your sleep, nothing needs to be done...Avoid high stimulation before you go to bed...If you are concerned...See your family doc and possible referral for a sleep study.
Answered 2/17/2013
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