parasomnias

• NON-REM SLEEP DISORDER

  • Recurrent episodes of incomplete awakening from sleep,
  • usually occurring during the first third of the major sleep episode,
  • accompanied by either sleepwalking or sleep terror
  • No or little dream imagery is recalled
  • Amnesia for the episodes is present
• NIGHTMARE DISORDER

  • Repeated occurrences of extended, extremely dysphoric well-remembered dreams
  • involve efforts to avoid threats to survival, security, or physical integrity
  • generally occur during the second half of the major sleep episode
  • On awakening from the dysphoric dreams, the individual rapidly becomes oriented and alert.
• RAPID EYE MOVEMENT SLEEP BEHAVIOR DISORDER

  • Repeated episodes of arousal (unpleasant dreams) during sleep associated with vocalization and/or complex motor behaviors. (violent arms and leg movements)
  • Upon awakening from these episodes, the individual is completely awake, alert, and not confused or disoriented
  • Lack of Atonia (paralysis)
• RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME

  • An urge to move the legs, usually accompanied by or in response to uncomfortable and unpleasant sensations in the legs
  • Occurs at least three times per week and have persisted for at least 3 months.
  • Causes significant distress and affects the functioning of the client.