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I wake up screaming trying to not go into the light or to resist a fade to black sensation. it is not a dream. what is happening?
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Night Terrors: is but one possibility. Please see your doc to rule out medical conditions and then consider getting therapy for stress management, night terrors, or whatever is determined to be going on. Peace and good health.
Answered 6/11/2016
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Hynopompic sensation: Hypnopompic sensations include can include vivid and frightening emotional , visual , or tactile sensations and experiences that occur as the body transitions from sleep to awakefulness. There are many factors that can contribute to these experiences. experiences, and physical sensations that occur as your body is coming out of sleep. See the link in comments section for additional information.
Answered 6/11/2016
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