{"id":56708,"date":"2025-09-09T18:00:43","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T12:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/?p=56708"},"modified":"2025-09-10T12:13:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T06:43:59","slug":"night-terrors-why-they-happen-and-how-to-stop-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/night-terrors-why-they-happen-and-how-to-stop-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Night Terrors Keeping You Awake? Here\u2019s How to Ensure Sound Sleep"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you or your kid wake up in the middle of the night, screaming and thrashing hands and legs in the air? Many adults and kids experience these night terrors or sleep terrors that may look spine-chilling to watch. The scary part? Most people don\u2019t even remember them in the morning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scroll down to dive deeper into the meaning of night terrors, understand what triggers these terrifying episodes, and what you can do to calm them down.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/night-terrors-why-they-happen-and-how-to-stop-them\/#What_are_Night_Terrors\" >What are Night Terrors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/night-terrors-why-they-happen-and-how-to-stop-them\/#Common_Symptoms\" >Common Symptoms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/night-terrors-why-they-happen-and-how-to-stop-them\/#Possible_Causes_and_Reasons\" >Possible Causes and Reasons<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/night-terrors-why-they-happen-and-how-to-stop-them\/#Treatment_for_Night_Terrors\" >Treatment for Night Terrors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/night-terrors-why-they-happen-and-how-to-stop-them\/#To_Sum_Up\" >To Sum Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Night_Terrors\"><\/span><strong>What are Night Terrors?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nighttime terrors are episodes of intense fear, screaming, or flailing that usually happen during deep sleep. They can cause severe distress and a sense of helplessness, with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">each episode of sleep terrors lasting up to 45 to 90 minutes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK493222\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">according to StatPearls<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Night terrors are most common between the ages of 4 and puberty. However, they are different from nightmare terrors. The difference between the two lies in the sleep phase when they occur, as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nightmares occur in the REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, they are more vivid and remembered the next day.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whereas, night terror disorder occurs in non-REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, during the first few hours of the sleep, usually leaving no memory of the incident.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Symptoms\"><\/span><strong>Common Symptoms<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spotting night terrors symptoms isn\u2019t too hard if you\u2019re watching somebody experience them. You\u2019ll notice these signs and activities:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screaming, shouting, or crying while asleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thrashing, kicking, or even trying to run away<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fast heart rate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waking up soaked in sweat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abrupt awakening from sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eyes open while the person is still asleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No memory of these occurring the next morning<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But what cooks up these spooky terrors? Find out in the next section.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Possible_Causes_and_Reasons\"><\/span><strong>Possible Causes and Reasons<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cause of sleep terrors isn\u2019t always clear, but according to experts, the possible causes are:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56716\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Image-7-400x311.jpg\" alt=\"insomnia causes\" width=\"729\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Image-7-400x311.jpg 400w, https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Image-7-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Image-7.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 729px) 100vw, 729px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Genetics:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If someone in your family has a history of sleep issues or panic at night, you might be more prone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Stress or anxiety:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Extreme stress, trauma, or other sleep disorders could be a few of the many night terror reasons in adults.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Sleep deprivation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not getting enough sleep can increase stress and lead to sleep terrors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Sleep disorders:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Issues like sleep apnea are linked with disturbed sleep and the incidence of these nighttime terrors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Fever or illness: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High fever can trigger sleep terrors in infants and young children.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Drug abuse: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although stimulants help with better sleep, they may also lead to nightmares or sleep disorders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctors sometimes use the term night terror syndrome to refer to a group of these episodes as part of parasomnias (strange things that happen during sleep).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56714\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DYK-30-1-400x111.jpg\" alt=\"interesting fact about night terrors\" width=\"735\" height=\"204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DYK-30-1-400x111.jpg 400w, https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DYK-30-1-768x213.jpg 768w, https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DYK-30-1.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_for_Night_Terrors\"><\/span><strong>Treatment for Night Terrors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is usually no one-size-fits-all sleep terror treatment. However, for adults with severe symptoms, using these strategies can be significantly helpful:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining regular bedtimes, taking enough rest, and having a calm sleep environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therapies to manage stress, such as meditation or relaxation exercises before bedtime, can help.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In rare cases, antidepressants or sleep medications may be prescribed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fixing issues like sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome can reduce episodes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid consuming violent or disturbing content or watching such movies at night.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tips may not magically cure nighttime terrors instantly, but they can help lower their frequency and make nights safer and calmer.<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/how-do-sleep-cycle-impact-your-sleep-quality\/\">What is a 10-3-2-1-0 Trick to Hack Your Sleep Cycle?<\/a><\/strong><\/pre>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Sum_Up\"><\/span><strong>To Sum Up<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Night terrors might look dramatic, but they\u2019re more common and less harmful than most people think. If you or your child has night terror disorder, the most important thing is not to panic. The best you can do is keep the sleep environment safe and avoid keeping any sharp objects nearby. Managing stress, treating underlying health conditions, and using calming therapies, you can reduce the frequency of these episodes and bring back peaceful nights.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you or your kid wake up in the middle of the night, screaming and thrashing hands and legs in the air? Many adults and kids experience these night terrors or sleep terrors that may look spine-chilling to watch. The scary part? Most people don\u2019t even remember them in the morning. 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