Hyperonirism: 'I feel like my brain never stops at night'
- Posted on August 5, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
Hyperonirism is a rare sleep disorder where individuals experience relentless dreaming throughout the night, resulting in poor sleep quality and persistent daytime exhaustion. Identified by researchers in 1995, this condition affects brain rest cycles and leaves sufferers feeling mentally drained despite spending adequate time in bed. Understanding its mechanisms helps distinguish it from other sleep disturbances and guides proper treatment approaches.
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Hyperonirism: 'I feel like my brain never stops at night'
'Strange nights' (4/7). This little-known phenomenon is characterized by intense, continuous dreams, non-restorative sleep, and daytime fatigue. It was first described by two American doctors in 1995.
