Dreams happen, and unfortunately, sometimes those dreams are nightmares. For most, these terrifying nights are few and far between. For a small few, nightmares become a frequent and unwanted nighttime norm. In this episode we will:
- Revisit parasomnias, in this case nightmare disorder, and determine what defines it
- Differentiate this disorder from night terror/sleep terror disorder
- Explore the epidemiology of the problem
- List its underlying causes
- Review the medications often used to treat the problem
- Discuss other treatment options often employed in the disorder
Produced by: Maeve Winter
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Sleep Unplugged with Dr. Chris Winter