You many think this is very strange but...

[mountainboo]

I am prone to night terrors. Within the last 6-8 months I have had a recurring night terror almost every night. At the climax of the night terror I always think that my husband is plotting to kill me or doing some sort of tests on me. For a few seconds I have a terrible sense of dread and as I begin to awaken properly and think rationally I know that it was a night terror. I am always left with an extremely high heart rate until I begin to relax again. I know how absurd it all sounds and my husband thinks it is very funny but I am deeply frustrated and slightly worried by its frequency.

[mountainboo]

Sorry about the title, that was mean't to say 'may'

[ummmm]

Does it actually feel real. Like you think you're awake?

[mountainboo]

absolutely

[sara3]

they featured something like this on Embarrassing Illnesses/Bodies last week. the woman had counselling to deal with her real feelings, and it all got better.

[ummmm]

Sounds like sleep paralysis.

Very very scary and very real....I think it's triggered by stress and tiredness.

[rsvp]

haven't you sought any advice or treatment about this? -it can't help at all that hubby thinks it's funny and the fact that you have asked for support and advice on here means you must feel as though you are completely alone in dealing with the situation. See your GP and get some help.

[vallaw]

From your previous post, it looks like you're at a crossroads in your life and a bit lacking in self-belief. You need some reinforcement - a visit to the doctor could be a good idea.

[mountainboo]

Thanks, I had considered approaching my GP about it but was a little apprehensive on account of the absurdity of it but perhaps I will go anyway. I didn't see that programme Sara, wish I did as it could have helped. I think my husband finds it funny because he is unsure how to deal with it. Tiredness could be a factor however, fortunately stress is not.

[sara3]

I've just looked.. it's repeated at 1.20am Fri 23rd.

record it, it's too late for you ;o)

[mountainboo]

Brilliant, thank you Sara

[sara3]

you're welcome, and best of luck x

[ummmm]

My OH would probably find it funny as well....that's not a reflection on him. It's a reaction to the crazy dream...

[gsr600]

don't wait - watch it here now.

http://www.channel4.c...barrassing-bodies/4od

[Hymie]

Freud (if he were alive) would probably advise that the solution to your dilemma is to kill him (before he kills you).