How Night Terrors Work
How Night Terrors Work
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Night terrors, an uncommon sleep disorder, happen when the brain doesn’t transition correctly to deep sleep. The result is terrifying, with the sufferer genuinely terrified, swatting at invisible attackers, and screaming for help – all while sound asleep.