Night terror

Episodes of screaming, intense fear, and flailing while still asleep, often paired with sleepwalking.

Self-care

Self-care options include establishing a regular sleep routine and finding ways to relieve stress. Locking doors and windows at night may help prevent injury.

When to make a doctor's appointment

See a doctor if:

Routinely disrupts sleep or the sleep of others
Causes fear about going to sleep
Leads to dangerous behavior or injury
Follows the same pattern
Persists beyond teen years or begins in adulthood