Biologist Explains 'Hypnic Jerk' Before Sleep

A biologist explains the leading theories behind the 'hypnic jerk' phenomenon, where the body jerks right before falling asleep, including a theory linking it to tree-dwelling primate ancestors.

31 Jul, 12:45 — 31 Jul, 12:45

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Why Your Body Jerks Right Before You Fall Asleep — A Biologist Explains The ‘Hypnic Jerk’

Why do you jerk awake right before sleep? Sleep scientists explain the leading theories behind this fall, including one linking it to our tree-dwelling primate ancestors.

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Biologist Explains 'Hypnic Jerk' Before Sleep

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