In the nightmares the child awakens terrified and is able to describe the fearful dream. The episode lasts only a few minutes and he is usually susceptible of reassurance and comfort after which he may soon goes off to sleep. In night terrors the child is abnormally living through a horrific experience but may remain asleep and cannot recall the events of his dream. The episodes last 15-20 minutes and there is often profuse sweating during the attack and eyes are wide open with dilated pupils and terrified expressions on the face.
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