Halloween season brings plenty of scary stories, and for some…

Halloween season brings plenty of scary stories, and for some people a few of them show up after the lights go out regardless of the month.

Nightmares are common, and they often become more frequent during stressful stretches. Sleep research suggests dreaming may be part of how the brain processes emotion, which could help explain why hard weeks can lead to harder nights.

Some people find it useful to rewrite the ending while awake: picture the dream, change one detail, and rehearse the new version for a few minutes during the day. If nightmares are frequent or wearing on your days, it may be worth talking with a therapist or doctor about them.

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