Tempur - night terrors

Having a comfortable mattress like the ones available from Tempur may provide sufferers of night terrors a more soothing sleeping environment.

It is important to note that we are in no way claiming that a Tempur mattress can cure or alleviate the symptoms of night terrors; however, it may be able to improve the quality of sleep sufferers do get in-between and after episodes.

What are night terrors?*

An important thing to note is that night terrors are not nightmares; there are many important and notable differences:

• Nightmares occur during REM sleep
• Night terrors usually occur during non-REM sleep in the 4th stage, more often than not within an hour of going to bed.

• Nightmares often frighten the person because of the unsettling content; people often vividly remember nightmares.
• Night terrors usually last between five and twenty minuets, their eyes are often open but the person is still asleep. Recollection of a night terror is not usual but it does happen, the person more often than not just wakes up in a state of fear.

• Nightmares can affect anyone at anytime.
• Night terrors more often than not affect children between the ages of three and five; although many adults are affected by the condition as well.

• Nightmares do not usually have visible manifestations.
• Night terrors are often accompanied by; screaming, moaning, gasping and crying. It is also difficult to wake someone during a night terror.

Treating night terrors

There is no standard practice for treating night terrors, however, the following actions can help.

• Be gentle and avoid loud voices.
• Remove any dangerous objects from the sleeping environment.
• Don't tell the person; "it was just a dream" or that "it's Ok", this may agitate them further.
• Reassure the person that "you are there for them" and "love them".
• Watching light-hearted programming or films can sometimes help.

A comfortable sleeping environment

To help sufferers regain their composure and get back to sleep after an episode it is important to make the sleeping environment as soothing and comfortable as possible. A Tempur mattress can help in this respect, providing a supportive resting place.

Choosing the right bed and mattress

For a superb choice of great value beds and mattresses from leading brand such as; Tempur, Vi-spring, Slumberland and Millbrook, you would be hard pressed to beat the Classic Bed Company. With over 20 years experience in the bed trade and a staff of experienced experts, you can rest assured that the Classic Bed Company will help you make the right decision when purchasing your new bed. Whatever style or design you require they will have a high quality bed to suit your needs. For more information visit the website at www.classicbedsteads.co.uk or call on free phone; 0800 9702060.