My dad’s night terrors lasted for about three years, 1996-1999. The night terrors involved five to fifteen people surrounding him, all with different weapons, that were sent out to kill him. He knew …show more content…
“The lights should be turned on, and soothing comments should be directed at the person…” (Cline p1) The best way to help someone who has night terrors should see a physician so they can recommend the best treatment for the circumstances. “The physician may prescribe a benzodiazepine tranquilizer, such as Diazepam, known to depress Stage 4 sleep.” (Cline p2) Like I stated before, his night terror lasted about three years from 1996 to 1999. My dad never tried to do anything about his night terrors consciously or sub consciously. His night terrors went away after he moved, had his first kid, me, changed jobs, and started his own business. For once, he felt in control of his life and did not have to rely on other people or be by himself in certain