Exploding Head Syndrome

[tanteva]

Have you ever heard about it?

I was watching a ghost show and there was this science guy there explaining people's experiences based on science. Then he mentioned "exploding head syndrome". Basically, it's a thing that happens either when you are about to fall asleep or wake up: you hear a loud sound, like an explosion, a bang, a gun shot or something. Nothing has happened, you just "hear" it inside your head. It's not part of a dream, it feels absolutely real. You really HEAR this!

I had never heard of this. However: I have experienced it many times. I've been so annoyed, getting up looking for the source, and everyone else (including the cats) has just been sleeping. I couldn't believe how they just could keep on sleeping! Also, I have been very annoyed over somone in the neighborhood that seems to be hunting nearby late at night. I mean, that's not even legal!

Now I understand! It's all in my head! LOL

Here's a link to more info:

What Triggers Exploding Head Syndrome?

Experts don’t know what causes EHS, but stress or feeling extra tired may trigger symptoms. Learn more about this painless sleep disorder.

my.clevelandclinic.org

Anyone else experienced this? Or know someone who does? The brain is such an amazing thing!

 

[faerywings]

Sheesh! That sounds alarming. I don't think I have ever had that happen. I wonder if it is related to the falling sensation you get when you fall asleep sometimes?

The brain is 100% wild and wacky.
(Some people's more than others. Not pointing fingers at anyone. )

 

[vickyday]

Have you ever heard about it?

I was watching a ghost show and there was this science guy there explaining people's experiences based on science. Then he mentioned "exploding head syndrome". Basically, it's a thing that happens either when you are about to fall asleep or wake up: you hear a loud sound, like an explosion, a bang, a gun shot or something. Nothing has happened, you just "hear" it inside your head. It's not part of a dream, it feels absolutely real. You really HEAR this!

I had never heard of this. However: I have experienced it many times. I've been so annoyed, getting up looking for the source, and everyone else (including the cats) has just been sleeping. I couldn't believe how they just could keep on sleeping! Also, I have been very annoyed over somone in the neighborhood that seems to be hunting nearby late at night. I mean, that's not even legal!

Now I understand! It's all in my head! LOL

Here's a link to more info:

What Triggers Exploding Head Syndrome?

Experts don’t know what causes EHS, but stress or feeling extra tired may trigger symptoms. Learn more about this painless sleep disorder.

my.clevelandclinic.org

Anyone else experienced this? Or know someone who does? The brain is such an amazing thing!

Never heard of it and glad to say Never experienced it!

 

[tanteva]

I wonder if it is related to the falling sensation you get when you fall asleep sometimes?

Oh, I didn't think of that. Maybe? I think that is scarier though.

 

[MariJ]

I wonder if it is related to the falling sensation you get when you fall asleep sometimes?

I've had that and "jump" but never the exploding head, thank goodness..

 

[bcgal00]

I've not experienced that but I have often had the falling sensation that makes my body jump and wakes me up.

 

[JeanneMN]

I felt like my head was going to explode with 51 inlaws on Thanksgiving , but never before falling asleep. That falling one I've experienced many times and it is super freaky.