How Do You Spot Parasomnia Symptoms?
Sleep disorders that include bedwetting, sleepwalking and narcolepsy are forms of parasomnia. These 3 categories fall under the wide umbrella of this nocturnal disorder. Rhythmic, static and paroxysmal disorders make up the bulk of sleep-related problems. Here’s how to spot these disorders and potentially nip them in the bud. Look for repetitive actions in your child to identify a rhythmic sleep disorder. During sleep, or in the period between wakefulness and sleep, a child may bang his head against the wall, rock back and forth or repeat pointless hand and foot movements. Consider the likelihood of a paroxysmal disorder if your child experiences frequent night terrors. These occur in the first portion of a child’s sleep and he will awaken terrified, perhaps with a scream. Alternately, he will be unable to wake himself fully and will thrash uncontrollably until awoken. Contact your pediatrician about frequent bedwetting problems. Known as enuresis, this sleep disorder calls for a visit
