04/17/2026
Waking up in a state of terror is a jarring experience that disrupts your body's natural recovery. Nocturnal Panic Attacks happen during non-REM sleep, often catching patients completely off guard in the night.
In this article, we examine why these sudden episodes occur and what you can do to stabilize your circadian rhythm and nervous system to prevent these distressing interruptions to your sleep.
Nocturnal panic attacks disrupt sleep in 40-70% of panic disorder patients. Learn why they happen and treatment options for nighttime panic.