Hi, iam Geneva Johnson, No wild parties while I’m gone, mister!
Whoa, talk about being jolted awake! I was sound asleep when suddenly I heard my name being called. It was so loud and unexpected that it felt like a shock to the system. I mean, one minute I’m snoozing away and the next thing you know, boom - there it is! Talk about a rude awakening!
What Is Waking Up Suddenly Called? [Solved]
It’s something we’ve all experienced - that sudden jolt when you’re just about to drift off to sleep. Yep, it’s a hypnic jerk! It’s totally normal and nothing to worry about; just your body’s way of saying “Hey, don’t forget to stay awake!”
Sleep Startle: This is a sudden awakening from sleep, often accompanied by a feeling of fear or panic. It can be caused by a loud noise, physical movement, or an intense dream.
Sleep Paralysis: This is the inability to move or speak while still conscious during the transition between wakefulness and sleep. It can last for several seconds to minutes and may be accompanied by hallucinations or feelings of terror.
Night Terrors: These are episodes of intense fear that occur during deep sleep and are usually accompanied by screaming, thrashing, sweating, and rapid heart rate. They typically occur in children but can also affect adults.
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS): This is an uncomfortable sensation in the legs that causes an irresistible urge to move them while trying to fall asleep or during sleep itself. It can cause difficulty falling asleep as well as frequent awakenings throughout the night due to discomfort in the legs
I was jolted awake by a sudden call. It felt like I had just dozed off, but there it was - a loud ringing that startled me out of my sleep. Talk about an unwelcome wake-up call!
