Nightmares or Night Terrors? – Web MD

I’ve had several sleep deprived parents ask recently about night terrors and nightmares.  Nightmares and night terrors are very different, but can both be scary for the entire family and interfere with everyone’s sleep schedule.  How can you tell them apart? What can you do to help?

Dr. Tanya shares her expertise on dealing with nightmares and night terrors and the different between the two.