11/10/2025
😴 Nightmares in Adults: More Than Just Bad Dreams
We’ve all had bad dreams, but for some people, nightmares happen often and can deeply affect their sleep, emotions, and mental health.
What are nightmares?
Nightmares are vivid, distressing dreams that can cause fear, anxiety, or sadness even after waking up. They can be linked to:
• Stress or trauma (like PTSD)
• Anxiety and depression
• Sleep problems
• Certain medications or lifestyle habits
Why it matters:
Frequent nightmares can disturb your sleep, increase stress, and even affect your daytime mood or focus. Research also shows a link between chronic nightmares and higher su***de risk, especially among people with PTSD.
Good news — Nightmares can be treated!
At Suburban, our mental health experts provide personalized, evidence-based therapies to treat sleep and nightmare-related issues. We focus on reducing distress, improving sleep quality, and helping you feel emotionally balanced again.
Reach out today to learn how we can help: https://www.sps.healthcare/appointments