
What Are Nightmares?
Nightmares occur from time to time in many children, but they are most common in preschoolers (children aged 3-6 years) because this is the age at which normal fears develop and a child’s imagination is very active. Some studies estimate that as m...
Should You Wake A Child Who Is Having A Nightmare?
I think it depends on whether your child is having a nightmare or a night terror. What is the difference between a nightmare and a night terror? A nightmare is basically just a bad dream, whereas a night terror is a sleep disorder that occurs in a...
10 Most Common Nightmares For Kids
Let's face it, nightmares can be as disturbing for parents as they are for the kids who have them. Curious about what's keeping your little one up at night?
Frequent Childhood Nightmares May Indicate An Increased Risk Of Psychotic Traits
Children who suffer from frequent nightmares or bouts of night terrors may be at an increased risk of psychotic experiences in adolescence, according to new research that shows that children reporting frequent nightmares before the age of 12 were ...
Nightmares: 6 Steps To Stop Scary Dreams
A child may have a hard time distinguishing between dreams and reality, and resist trying to fall asleep because he thinks he'll go back into the bad dream. Then follow these steps to help him develop the skills he needs to fall asleep on his own.