Almost everyone has nightmares from time to time, but certain things can contribute to persistent bad dreams.
For some people, certain medicines, alcohol, drugs, lack of sleep, or anxiety sometimes cause nightmares. Most of the time, though, nightmares seem to be triggered by emotional issues at home or school, major life changes such as a move, and stress from the pressures of sports or academics — although the nightmares themselves may seem unrelated to your life.
Try to eliminate bad dreams by establishing a regular sleep schedule that includes enough sleep at night so you don't feel the urge to take afternoon or evening naps. Cutting out caffeine, alcohol, and cigarettes (especially right before bedtime) can also help. Exercising during the day is a good way to nix nightmares. But don't work out right before going to bed! Relaxing before falling asleep is key to a good night's rest. Avoiding violent or scary movies, television shows, and video games can be helpful.
In rare cases, an underlying medical or dental problem may cause sleep disturbances — and for that, an evaluation by your doctor or dentist is the way to go.
If something is really bothering you, or if you're anxious or fearful, look into seeing a counselor or a psychologist. Getting to the root of an emotional problem could solve the nightmare problem.
Good Luck
2007-01-17 03:25:57
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answered by mentalblock 2
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well you can see good dreams by thinking about something good before you go to bed, and you can avoid bad dreams by watching really scary movies that will freak ya out
2007-01-17 03:23:14
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answered by kristen m 2
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there is no way that is 100%, but try not to eat sugar before bed, take a bath or do something relaxing before going to bed. Watching tv before bed sometimes causes strange dreams also..
2007-01-17 03:23:38
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answered by steffie ♥ 2
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You can't really control dreams. It's just your brain's sifting process that needs to get things sorted out.
2007-01-17 03:24:13
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answered by Mary W 5
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dont drink wine or eat cheese just before going to bed.. it gives you bad dreams
2007-01-17 03:27:59
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answered by Anonymous
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You can't...dreams come from the subconscious mind.
2007-01-17 03:24:00
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answered by pamomof4 5
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hope this site helps http://spirita.blogspot.com/
check out the post "how to incubate dreams"
2007-01-17 12:29:25
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answered by Anonymous
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think of something good at nite before bed .....
2007-01-17 03:22:18
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answered by laydenirvine 4
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