Exploding Head Syndrome
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Exploding Head Syndrome (EHS) is a rare sleep disorder characterized by the sudden perception of a loud, explosive noise in the head upon falling asleep or waking up.
US Cases: 133 million
World Cases: rare
Sex Ratio: Unknown
Age Onset: Unknown
Brain Area: neuronal dysfunction
Symptoms: sleepdisorder,falling/waking
Progression: known as Munchausen Syndrome
Therapies: support to build trust
Medications: few with careful monitoring
YouTube Video: WTF Is Exploding Head Syndrome?
Amazon or Library book: EHS, Exploding Head Syndrome
Support Groups:
AASM Foundation, 2510 North Frontage Road, Darien, IL 60561-630-737-9790, foundation@aasm.org