PRIMARY NIGHT TERROR
\pɹˈa͡ɪməɹi nˈa͡ɪt tˈɛɹə], \pɹˈaɪməɹi nˈaɪt tˈɛɹə], \p_ɹ_ˈaɪ_m_ə_ɹ_i n_ˈaɪ_t t_ˈɛ_ɹ_ə]\
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A disorder characterized by incomplete arousals from sleep associated with behavior suggesting extreme fright. This condition primarily affects children and young adults and the individual generally has no recall of the event. Episodes tend to occur during stage III or IV. SOMNAMBULISM is frequently associated with this condition. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p391)
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