What Are Night Terrors?
Night terrors can last from 20 minutes to upwards of 45 to 90 minutes.
Night Terrors vs. Nightmares
Some people think of night terrors andnightmaresas one in the same thing.
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But there are several distinct differences between the two:
What Are the Symptoms of Night Terrors?
Common signs include:
What Causes Night Terrors?
There are several different causes of night terrors.
Some possible causes and risk factors for night terrors include:
Night Terrors in Children vs. On the other hand, night terrors are quite rare in adults.
But help is out there, and there are ways to minimize night terrors.
If your child is experiencing night terrors, you should speak to their pediatrician.
Occasionally, therapy for your child and/or medication will be indicated.
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