Sleep should be a time of peace and relax. But for some people who experience sleep disorders, sleep can be a scary thing. What are sleep disorders that scary?
Here are 10 sleep disorders are considered to be frightening for the sufferer :
- Nightmare disorder
People with this disorder often wake up with nightmares and bad memories of a cold sweat in a terrible dream. It will also interfere with quality of life. Because some of them may be afraid to sleep.
Stress and sleep deprivation is a major trigger of a nightmare. According to the American Sleep Association (ASA) some medications also can trigger nightmares. In severe cases, counseling or tranquilizers may be needed to relieve the anxiety that underlies a nightmare.