Dreams...

[LittleLostPuppy]

For the past six months or so, I have been having strange, very vivid dreams, They started at a stressful point in my life, but even after things have settled down they keep showing up. The dreams are not reoccuring, and don't make a whole lot of sense. They don't interfere with my sleep or anything, but when they are happening it's so realistic... the smells and sounds and everything seems so life-like. My mom keeps telling me it's supressed emotion, but nothing like this has happened before so... yeah. If someone could tell me why these dreams keep happening, that'd be lovely, thanks.

[Dr Rajput]

Hi, your symptoms are suggestive of Nightmare disorder, or dream anxiety disorder, which is a sleep disorder characterized by frequent nightmares or vivid dreams. Nightmare can be defined type of a dream wherein the individuals will be left in a situation where it jeopardizes their life or personal safety, usually occur during the second half of the sleeping process, called the REM stage.

It can occur normally in persons but in this disorder it occurs at higher frequency. The past event has a left a impact in your mind and hence there is persistent sense of insecurity in your sub conscious mind.

This disorder can be managed by self by alleviating the home and personal life related stress particularly before going to bed.  A regular fitness routine, Yoga and meditation can also help to eliminate stress and create a more peaceful sleeping atmosphere and provides a relaxed state of mind. Psychotherapy can also help you to learn how to cope and deal with the various stressors in your life. You need to share your feelings with some one close.

I suggest you to consult psychologist. Take care and regards.

[hawthornelovr13]

It's probably a greatamount of stress i couldn't really assure you. Maybe you're feelign really anxious sometimes so you dream about stuff intensly. Just try to relax yourself and do some relaxation techniques such as yoga? It's not a big deal until it starts affecting your daily life. I'de say don't worry about it but consulting w/a doctor never hurts. Hope this helps:)