The number of people suffering from common sleep disorders has reached epidemic proportions. According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleep disorders affect over 50 to 70 million Americans. These disorders include:
NIGHT TERRORS
Night terrors are very intense nightmares that happen during deep sleep (usually between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m.). Night terrors are more prevalent among children and creative or imaginative adults.
Warning Signs:
- A person with night terrors often wake up screaming
- He or she may be sweating and breathing fast
- Difficulty recalling or explaining what’s wrong