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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Holly Bishop

UNCOVERED: Why your body jerks when you are falling asleep doctor explains all | History Defined

Have you ever wondered why you sometimes jolt awake just as you’re beginning to fall asleep? A doctor has explained why and it could date back to an “ancient survival reflex”.

Dr Amir Khan took to Instagram on Sunday (21 September) to explain the sensation known as hipnic jerk, which takes place when you’re dozing off.

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