A doctor has revealed why we sometimes experience sudden, involuntary jerks or 'glitches' as we fall asleep, and how to prevent them from happening.Dr Joe Whittington responded to a complaint from someone about their boyfriend having these 'hypnagogic jerks' by offering his advice for anyone concerned by how much they are 'glitching' in their sleep.Hypnagogic jerks, also known as hypnic or myoclonic jerks, are associated with certain habits or experiences, but the exact mechanism behind them is unknown.
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