SLEEP TERROR DISORDER
\slˈiːp tˈɛɹə dɪsˈɔːdə], \slˈiːp tˈɛɹə dɪsˈɔːdə], \s_l_ˈiː_p t_ˈɛ_ɹ_ə d_ɪ_s_ˈɔː_d_ə]\
Definitions of SLEEP TERROR DISORDER
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a disorder of sleep characterized by a dream of terrifying dimensions far worse than a typical nightmare; they occur during NREM sleep
By Princeton University
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a disorder of sleep characterized by a dream of terrifying dimensions far worse than a typical nightmare; they occur during NREM sleep
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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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