‘Parasomnias’ Meet the Best Psychiatrists - Dr. Anuja Kelkar ( MBBS, MD)

 

Parasomnias are a group of sleep disorders characterized by abnormal behaviours, movements, emotions, perceptions, or dreams that occur during sleep or during the transition between wakefulness and sleep. These episodes can range from mild to severe and can disrupt sleep patterns and overall sleep quality.

One common type of parasomnia is sleepwalking, also known as somnambulism, which involves walking or performing other complex behaviours while asleep. Sleepwalkers may have a blank expression and appear confused or disoriented, and they may engage in activities such as wandering around the house, rearranging objects, or even leaving the house.

Another parasomnia is night terrors, also known as sleep terrors, which are episodes of intense fear or terror that occur during sleep. Night terrors typically involve sudden arousal from deep sleep, accompanied by screaming, thrashing, or other agitated behaviours. Unlike nightmares, which occur during REM sleep and are often remembered upon waking, night terrors usually occur during non-REM sleep and are not recalled afterward.

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