La Clinique du Sommeil
La Clinique du Sommeil
Parasomnias
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Parasomnias

Abnormal behaviours during sleep

Parasomnias are abnormal behaviours that occur during sleep. They include sleepwalking, night terrors, bruxism and REM sleep behaviour disorder. Video polysomnography, performed at our clinic in Yutz, is the key examination for diagnosis.

Symptoms

Sleepwalking (walking during sleep)
Night terrors (screaming, agitation, intense fear)
Bruxism (teeth grinding)
Violent or agitated behaviour during sleep
Talking or shouting during sleep
Recurrent nightmares

Treatments

1
Making the sleep environment safe
2
Stress management and relaxation
3
Medication if necessary
4
Polysomnography for accurate diagnosis

When to consult ?

If the episodes are frequent, dangerous or affect the quality of life of the sleeper or those around them.

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