Are vivid dreams a sign of good sleep?
On nights when I wake up feeling really refreshed, I often remember having very vivid dreams. Does experiencing these types of dreams mean I'm getting good quality, restorative sleep?
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6 months ago
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Honestly, because of my hormonal issues, my sleep is always a bit disturbed and I get crazy vivid dreams. For me, it usually means I didn't sleep deeply enough, rather than it being a sign of good rest.
6 months ago
I used to wake up sweating and panicked thinking these intense dreams meant my brain was damaged. But my doctor reassured me it just means we are spending more time in the REM stage. It is completely normal, so don't stress.
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6 months ago
If these dreams are leaving you tired or exhausted during the day, it is better to get a proper checkup. Sometimes sleep apnea or other underlying things cause this, so please consult a specialist.
4 months ago
I had this for months. Usually, vivid dreams happen when your sleep is interrupted during the REM phase. Try cutting down on screen time 1 hour before bed and avoid heavy dinners, it worked wonders for me.
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When my thyroid levels were totally off, my sleep cycle got ruined and I had very vivid, tiring dreams. I highly suggest getting a basic blood panel done to make sure your hormones are in check, and show it to your doctor.