Nightmares
July 14, 2008
Nightmare
1. A terrifying dream in which the dreamer experiences feelings of helplessness, extreme anxiety, sorrow, etc.
Nightmares are not common in children under 5, more common in young children (25% experiencing a nightmare at least once per week), most common in adolescents, and less common in adults (dropping in frequency about one-third from age 25 to 55). (Taken from Wikipedia.)
I had an extremely graphic nightmare last night that left me feeling a little strange when I woke up. But just the same as anything else, a hot shower cured it right away.
