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Sleep disturbance is a condition where the sleep patterns are abnormal or disordered.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

42 years experience

How long it usually lasts:

Medium-term (lasts weeks to months)

How common it is:

Very common
Baby
0-2
Very common
Toddler
3-5
Very common
Preteen
6-13
Very common
Teenager
14-18
Very common
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

Body locations

Head

Types of

Night terrors

Symptoms

Night terrors

Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Sleep disorders
Dopamine agonist
Topiramate
Tricyclic antidepressant
Anti anxiety drug
Benzodiazepine

Other treatments

Biofeedback
Behavior therapy
Watchful waiting
Relaxation techniques
Psychotherapy
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EEG
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