04/27/2023
Night Terrors Vs. Nightmares
What is a Night Terror?
Night terror is a sleep disorder that can happen during non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep. This condition is more common in children and may last for a few minutes.
During a night terror episode, a person may seem like they are waking up, but they are not completely conscious and may feel disoriented or confused.
The individual may cry, scream, or move their body erratically and could be hard to console or comfort.
Night terrors can be distressing not just for the person experiencing them but also for anyone who is present during the episode.
What is a Nightmare?
Nightmares are dreams that can be unsettling, frightening, or anxiety-inducing, leading a person to wake up feeling scared, anxious, or upset.
They typically occur during the rapid eye movement (REM) phase of sleep, which is the stage when the most vivid and emotional dreams happen.
Nightmares are often intense and detailed, involving scenarios that reflect a person’s deepest fears, insecurities, or experiences.
Nightmares can be triggered by various factors, such as stress, anxiety, trauma, and certain medications.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common causes of recurrent nightmares, and it often affects people who have experienced a traumatic event.
Stress and anxiety can also lead to nightmares, as the body produces more cortisol, a stress hormone that can interfere with sleep and cause vivid dreams.
Certain medications, such as antidepressants, blood pressure drugs, and narcotics, can also cause nightmares as a side effect.
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