Nightmares

Nightmares 101

100

T OR F nightmares are like a learned behavior like a habit

True

200

Dream content often reflect this

what happens during the day 

300

T or F nightmares can change

True

400

These are common triggers for nightmares

- poor sleep 

- news/media

- trauma triggers (sounds, smells, sights, etc.)

Body & Mind

100

T or F there is a relationship between nightmares and physical pain

True 

200

Impact of alcohol on sleep

- can make nightmares more frequent

- increases REM

- more fragmented, less quality sleep, more waking

300

Emotions you feel during nightmares

fear, anxiety, irritability, worry, sadness

400

This emotion can make it hard sleep 

anxiety 

Sleep

100

The impact on sleep of reducing nightmare frequency and intensity

improves

200

Stage of sleep that nightmares usually occur

REM

300

The impact of sleep apnea on nightmares

- untreated sleep apnea is associated with more nightmares 

- sleep deprivation leads to more nightmares

400

What are some ways to prepare for a good nights sleep

- relaxation 

- sleep hygiene