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If a child seems to have a regular pattern of night terror episodes, he should be gently awakened about 15 minutes before the episode usually happens. The child should be kept awake and out of the bed for a short period of time and then allowed to return to bed.
Since sleep deprivation is a strong trigger for night terror episodes, children should not be allowed to become overtired. Having children take a nap during the day may be useful.
Adults affected by night terror episodes should avoid stress, the consumption of alcohol and stimulants before going to sleep.
— Kim Sharp, MLn
