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Parasomnias are unusual behaviors occurring during sleep. They start during childhood and tend to resolve during the same time period, however, some parasomnias persist into adulthood. Fortunately, most parasomnias are not harmful and often don’t require treatment.

In my last blog post found here, I reviewed the different types of parasomnias and the triggers. In this post, we will discuss how and when to treat parasomnias.

It is often hilarious to hear children talking in their sleep. However, it could be an alarming event if you are awakened to their shrill cry or in full-blown sleep terror. These behaviors are called parasomnias, a term used to describe unusual behaviors occurring during sleep.

These events disturb parents’ sleep more than the kids, as most children do not recall the episodes. Parasomnias are experienced before falling asleep, during sleep, and at periods of arousal from sleep. These events are seen frequently in children and can be seen in up to 17% of young children aged 3 to 13 years. Older children experience parasomnias less often, although some may persist into adulthood.

The quantity and quality of sleep we have has a profound impact on learning and memory. Studies have shown that the amount of sleep you get before a test determines how well you do on the test. Whether it’s studying for an exam, trying to learn a new instrument, or acquiring a sports skill, sleep is important for our success. 

From sleep problems in infants to teenage sleep issues, there is a wide variety of sleep problems treated by a pediatric sleep doctor. Often times children may present with difficulty sleeping which parents feel is related to troubles with their method of sleep training. After a detailed history and physical examination, pediatric sleep doctors may arrive at a diagnosis that sometimes includes an underlying sleep disorder.

Most teens are not getting enough sleep. This is an issue several parents struggle with, and you are not alone! While it seems like your teen may be resisting sleep, several factors could be causing inadequate sleep in your adolescent. In this blog, I will discuss some factors that affect your teenagers sleep as well as solutions for improvement.