Sleep- Parasomnia Flashcards
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Parasomnia definition
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Abnormal behavior or physiological events that occur during sleep
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Examples of parasomnia
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Sleepwalking, sleep-talking, sleep driving, terrors, nightmares
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When does parasomnia occur?
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REM sleep
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Who does parasomnias usually affect?
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In children
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Potential cause of parasomnia
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Taking a Z-drug with alcohol or antidepressants
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Parasomnia treatment
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Safety latches
BZDs, SSRIs, TCAs
Reduce stress, anxiety, and sleep deprivation to avoid nightmares
