Sleep paralysis is a condition in which someone, usually lying in a supine position, about to drop off to sleep, or just upon waking from sleep, realizes that they are unable to move, speak, or cry out. Many complain that they try to recite Ayah al-Kursî but are unable to do so. People in this condition are often beset by feelings of fear or dread and frequently try, unsuccessfully, to cry out.

In Islam, sleep paralysis is not considered a jinn attack. It is a natural bodily function that occurs when the brain shuts off the signals coming from the muscles so that the person does not get up and act out their dreams. For some reason, people with sleep paralysis come into consciousness before the brain returns voluntary control back to the muscles, creating a feeling of being in a dream-like state while at the same time sensing being awake.

However, there are some Islamic scholars who believe that sleep paralysis is caused by a jinn attack, specifically by a type of jinn known as Jinn Al Kaboos. This jinn is said to attack a person during sleep and cause sleep paralysis. Spiritually speaking, it can be caused by an external jinn, meaning a jinn that is not inside the body but outside of the body. The only way to know which is the cause is to recite the Quranic verses and see if the person is affected by them.

In conclusion, sleep paralysis is a natural bodily function that occurs when the brain shuts off the signals coming from the muscles. While some Islamic scholars believe that it is caused by a jinn attack, it is not considered a jinn attack in Islam. Seeking medical or spiritual help is recommended for those who experience sleep paralysis.