night terror

• Расстройство сна, характеризующееся эпизодами сильного страха, крика и метания во сне, обычно возникающее во время фазы медленного сна, часто без полного пробуждения или воспоминания о событии после пробуждения.

A sleep disorder characterized by episodes of intense fear, screaming, and thrashing while still asleep, typically occurring during non-REM sleep, often without full awakening or memory of the event upon waking.

1. B2formal

   A sleep disorder characterized by episodes of screaming, intense fear, and flailing while still asleep, often without memory of the event upon waking.

   Ночной ужас

   • The child experienced a night terror and was inconsolable for several minutes.
   • Unlike nightmares, night terrors occur during deep sleep and are rarely remembered.
   • The doctor explained that night terrors are common in young children and usually resolve on their own.