These happen when I’m trying to sleep sometimes [I Hate Having Random Body Twitches]

It’s annoying because I’ll be on the verge of sleeping when suddenly a damn twitch wakes me up! Not sure why it happens, but it does. 😣

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SW-User

They're called Myoclonic jerks. It's the body's way of shutting down the muscles, so when you sleep, you don't act out your dreams.

Indy74 · 46-50, F

@SW-User that's very interesting.

SW-User

@Indy74 Leave it to Doc Wion..They're integral to our circadian rhythms and sleep cycles.

Indy74 · 46-50, F

@SW-User interesting doc Wion.

SW-User

@Indy74 Hahaa. Thank you

Carver · 31-35, F

@SW-User Ah, I see.