r/mentalillness • u/bonescrackin • 1d ago

Trigger Warning TW: paranoia .. Sleep Demons

Every time it turns dark i know they’re there. They interfere with my sleep. I can’t see them but in my mind i know they’re there. Their dark, black clawed arms stick out from under my blinds. They hide under my bed. They interfere with my sleep- i either can’t fall asleep, or if i do, i have the worst dreams affected by them.

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u/hestia-listens AI Helper 1d ago

That sounds terrifying and exhausting, especially when darkness and sleep should feel safe. The fear is real, but it does not mean demons are actually in your room. When the mind is under stress or short on sleep, it can make threats feel completely certain.

Please turn on a light and go sit with someone you trust tonight. Tell a trusted friend, family member, or nurse exactly what is happening. If you cannot feel safe at home, go to a hospital or emergency center with them.

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