What Really Causes Nightmares, and Can You Stop Them?

Sleep Talking With Dr. Shelby

We're here to answer every question you've ever had about nightmares? What do we know about them? What distinguishes them from a sleep terror? What are some of the known causes of nightmares in adults — from late-night eating to certain medications to psychological triggers, like anxiety and depression? What have been some of the wildest case studies and what can listeners do if they persist?

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