Paul Gringras of Evelina Children's Hospital, what’s most concerning is that Jessica’s insomnia could have led to harmful brain development if left unchecked for much longer. And so, her mother can now rest assured Jessica will not unknowingly harm herself at nighttime, like sleepwalkers often do.īut as revealed by Dr. In video footage of Jessica sleeping, she is seen mimicking the actions of eating, playing, and most preciously, generally having the time of her life.Īlthough Jessica appears unresponsive to her parents’ attempt at communicating with her during her vivid visualisations, Jessica is completely aware of what she’s doing. In essence, Jessica is playing with her friends, resuming the day’s fun far into the night – unfortunately for her parents, who share a bed with her. Listen: We talk to Lehmo about life as a new dad. ‘Eidetic Imagery’ is only one of the countless branches that exists within the convoluted realm of child brain development, and allows those who have it to replay the experiences and images they've seen throughout the day. In laymen’s terms, Jessica essentially has a 3D memory, and is capable of creating a virtual, 3D world in her mind.
She was misdiagnosed with epilepsy on several occasions, due to her frequently erratic movement, however the diagnosis did not explain the emotive, lifelike side to her nighttime actions.ĭoctors prescribed Jessica with a variety of medication, and introduced exercises into her routine to help improve her sleep or lack thereof, but all attempts were unsuccessful.įinally, after being sent to one of the UK’s leading child sleep clinics at Evelina Children’s Hospital, it was revealed Jessica suffers from what’s known as ‘Eidetic Imagery’. "At night, Jessica can’t manage to do the one thing most young children find to be the easiest task after a long day’s worth of energy-filled activity: Sleep." Image: Banijay Rights (Zodiak).įor two and a half years, doctors were left completely clueless as to what was keeping young Jessica up at night.
Whereas at night, it’s like you don’t exist,” her mother Tanya explains.įearful for her child’s safety, Tanya allows Jessica to sleep in her bed with her husband every single night. “In the day time, she’s aware that everyone else is there and if you spoke to her she would answer you. Not only does Jessica stay up all night, but she also spends it exhibiting incredibly bizarre and intense behaviour. During the day, she laughs, plays, and interacts with others like any other three-year-old would.īut at night, Jessica can’t manage to do the one thing most young children find to be the easiest task after a long day’s worth of energy-filled activity: Sleep. Just like any other three-year-old, Jessica is adorable.
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