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Sleeping beauty sounds like a fairy tale which involves a princess, a sleeping enchantment and a handsome prince. But in reality it involve a sleeping syndrome known as Sleeping beauty syndrome. Kleine- Levin syndrome (KLS) also known as Sleeping Beauty Syndrome is a rare and complex neurological disorder characterized by recurring periods of excessive amount of sleep, altered behavior, and a reduced understanding of the world. This disorder strikes adolescent primarily but can occur in younger children and adults. It characterized by persistent episodic hypersomnia and cognitive or mood changes. Many patients also experience hyperphagia, hypersexuality and other syndrome.   What causes KLS and who's at risk? The exact cause of KLS is unknown, but some doctors believe certain factors can increase your risk for this condition. KLS may arise from an injury in the hypothalamus , the part of brain that controls sleep, appetite, and body temperature. Some people...

Sleep paralysis is a feeling of being conscious but unable to move. It occurs when a person passes between stages of wakefulness and sleep. During these transitions, you may be unable to move or speak for a few second to a few minutes. CAUSES: During rapid eye movement (REM) sleep the brain has vivid dreams, while the muscles of the body are essentially turned off. While sleeping, the muscles are unable to move so that the person won't be able to act out dreams with their body. Sleep paralysis happens when a person wakes up before REM is finished. Have you experie nced yet? According to a study in 2011 by Pennsylvania State University, 7.6 percent of the general population has problems with sleep paralysis. people with mental disorders such as anxiety and depression are more likely to experience sleep paralysis. Less than 8 persons   of the general population experience sleep paralysis, but it is more frequent in two group- students ans psychiatric patients - accordin...