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Every night that i have a nightmare i wake up shaking and scared for my life. idk if its just a night terror but why am i shaking?

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Post-trauma possible: You might be having symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. These symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance of things that remind a person of the trauma and overall numbness. I suggest that you have an evaluation by a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist who have worked with clients who have had trauma.

Answered 5/1/2013

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