Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Asked 6 months ago

Why do people yell in their sleep?

My younger brother sometimes yells or shouts things in his sleep, and it scares me! He doesn't remember anything in the morning. Why do people yell in their sleep like that?

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Deepika Sharma Deepika Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Oh, I totally get why you're asking this! It can be really unsettling to hear someone yell in their sleep. Sometimes it's just a vivid dream or nightmare, where your body reacts as if it's really happening. Other times, it could be sleep paralysis or other sleep disorders. It's worth observing when it happens.

Gopal Singh Gopal Singh Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Bete, sometimes it's just a bad dream, no need to worry much. My wife used to sometimes mumble or even shout something small in her sleep, especially if she had a very tiring day. Mostly it stops on its own. Just make sure the person is not stressed, that helps.

Priya Kapoor Priya Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Haha, maybe they're dreaming about missing out on their favorite biryani or fighting over the last gulab jamun! Jokes aside, sometimes a heavy or spicy meal right before bed can cause weird dreams and restless sleep. I always try to eat light dinner for a good night's rest.

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Rajesh Prasad Rajesh Prasad Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Stress is a big factor, mere bhai. When I was going through a very tense period, I also used to have very disturbed sleep, sometimes even talking loudly. I found that managing my stress, regular walks, and checking my BP helped a lot. If it's happening often, it's good to consult a doctor.

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Ananya Reddy Ananya Reddy Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

It can be scary to witness, but it's usually just a normal part of some people's sleep cycles or a reaction to a dream. Most of the time, there's no need to worry.

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