![Iklan](https://elskynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Altimet-RidhuanTee-LaguRaya-LaguRayaModen-HiburanMalaysia-SelebritiMalaysia-TrendingMalaysia-ViralMalaysia-MusicMalaysia-EntertainmentNews-1.png")
KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 — Malaysia’s Health Ministry and medical experts have issued a warning to the public about a viral social media trend known as the “six-second sleep” therapy, saying the practice is unsafe and could lead to serious health complications or even death.
The method, which has circulated widely on platforms such as TikTok and other social media sites, involves applying pressure to certain parts of the neck or shoulder until a person briefly loses consciousness. Promoters of the trend claim that the technique can “reset” the brain, relieve stress and provide the sensation of deep rest.
However, health authorities have strongly rejected those claims, stressing that the procedure has no scientific or medical basis and should not be attempted.
Dangerous Loss of Oxygen to the Brain
Medical experts explain that the so-called therapy does not actually induce sleep. Instead, it causes temporary loss of consciousness by restricting blood flow and oxygen supply to the brain.
According to the Health Ministry, compressing the neck in this way can lead to severe complications such as stroke, irregular heart rhythms, carotid artery injury, brain damage, seizures and sudden collapse. In extreme cases, the practice could even result in death.
Doctors say the brain has no oxygen reserves, meaning that even brief interruptions to blood flow can pose significant risks.
False Sense of Relaxation
Some individuals who have undergone the practice claim that they feel refreshed afterward, leading to the misconception that the method works like a quick form of sleep therapy.
Health experts say this sensation is misleading. When the brain experiences oxygen deprivation, the body triggers an emergency response that releases hormones such as adrenaline and dopamine.
These chemicals can create a temporary feeling of relief or euphoria once normal breathing resumes. However, doctors emphasise that this reaction is simply the body recovering from a potentially dangerous situation rather than experiencing genuine rest.
Viral Trend Raises Public Health Concerns
Medical professionals are increasingly concerned about the rapid spread of the trend online, especially among younger audiences who may attempt it without understanding the risks.
Experts say practices like the “six-second sleep” therapy can quickly become dangerous public health issues when widely shared on social media.
The Health Ministry has urged the public to avoid trying or promoting the technique and to seek medical treatment only from qualified healthcare professionals or registered practitioners.
Authorities also reminded Malaysians that any treatment claiming health benefits should be supported by scientific evidence and recognised medical standards.
Call for Public Awareness
Health experts say the viral trend highlights the growing influence of social media on health behaviour and the importance of verifying medical information before attempting new treatments.
They advise the public to remain cautious about viral wellness trends that promise quick results without scientific proof.
For now, doctors say the safest approach is simple: do not attempt the “six-second sleep” method and always rely on medically proven treatments for health and wellness.
