Activation-synthesis hypothesis

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This is called Activation Synthesis Theory.

It's possible that during sleep paralysis, despite the fact that you are conscious, your thalamus is still communicating with your amygdala and prefrontal cortex as if you are dreaming.

So on top of the information your senses provide your brain translated through the thalamus, your brain also provides information to your senses.