Scientists believe the position in which a person goes to sleep provides an important clue about the kind of person they are. Each position is linked to a personality type.
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The Foetus: Those who curl up in the foetus position are described as
tough on the outside but sensitive at heart. They may be shy when
they first meet somebody, but soon relax.
This is the most common sleeping position, adopted by 41% of the 1,000 people who took part in the survey. More than twice as many women as men tend to adopt this position.
Log (15%): Lying on your side with both arms down by your side.
These sleepers are easy going, social people who like being part of the
in-crowd, and who are trusting of strangers. However, they may be
gullible.
The yearner (13%): People who sleep on their side with both arms
out in front are said to have an open nature, but can be suspicious,
cynical. They are slow to make up their minds, but once they have
taken a decision, they are unlikely ever to change it.
Soldier (8%): Lying on your back with both arms pinned to your sides.
People who sleep in this position are generally quiet and reserved.
They don't like a fuss, but set themselves and others high standards.
Freefall (7%): Lying on your front with your hands around the pillow,
and your head turned to one side. Often gregarious and brash people,
but can be nervy and thin-skinned underneath, and don't like criticism,
or extreme situations.
Starfish (5%): Lying on your back with both arms up around the
pillow. These sleepers make good friends because they are always
ready to listen to others, and offer help when needed. They generally
don't like to be the centre of attention.
The remainder of those in the poll said the position they fell asleep varied or did not know.
Health effect
Professor Idzikowski also examined the effect of various sleeping positions on health.
He concluded that the freefall position was good for digestion, while the starfish and soldier positions were more likely to lead to snoring and a bad night's sleep.
Professor Idzikowski said: "Lying down flat means that stomach contents can more readily be worked back up into the mouth, while those who lie on their back may end up snoring and breathing less well during the night.
"Both these postures may not necessarily awaken the sleeper but could cause a less refreshing night's sleep."
The research also found that most people are unlikely to change their sleeping position. Just 5% said they sleep in a different position every night.
Duvet position
Professor Idzikowski also found that one arm or leg sticking out of the duvet is Britain's most common position, followed by both feet poking out the end.
One in ten people like to cover themselves entirely with the duvet. | 
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