They may last 10 to 20 minutes, then normal sleep returns. In many cases, no further examination or testing is necessary. If night terror is severe or prolonged, psychologic evaluation may be appropriate. In many cases, comfort and reassurance are the only treatment required. Psychotherapy or counseling may be appropriate in some cases.
Most children outgrow night terrors.
There is usually no recall of the event . Prevention Minimizing stress or using coping mechanisms may reduce night terrors. The number of episodes usually decreases after age 10. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.