Whether you are experiencing bad dreams, nightmares related to PTSD or trauma, ideopathic or fictitious nightmares, or night terrors where you don’t remember anything but are experiencing sleep disturbance, The Dream Completion Technique® can help you.
This blog will tell you all about nightmares and dreaming, and introduce this simple and practical tool, which is evidence based and has been used by thousands of people. When you are ready head over to www.stopnightmares.org to find out more.
35 Minute Podcast explaining how nightmares occur and how the Dream Completion Technique can be used to stop them rapidly. Sleep on Podcast with Dr Sophie Bostock January 28th 2025 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6AexYenvakN9bp27mF4Dq6?si=648889a5c59d49ab This...
This sounds like a controversial title for a post, but a recent presentation at a conference by a team, led by Dr Abidemi Otaiku of the UK Dementia Research Institute, and Imperial College London, analysed data from 2,429 children aged eight to 10...
Nightmares and insomnia are closely linked, often creating a vicious cycle that disrupts sleep and mental well-being. Here’s how they are connected: 1. Bidirectional Relationship Insomnia → Nightmares: Poor sleep quality (common in insomnia) can increase emotional...
Really pleased to share a recent podcast with Sophie Bostock for the#sleepon series on the subject of disturbing dreams and nightmares, and enhanced technique I developed to stop all types of nightmares and sleep disturbance - The Dream Completion Technique. The...
Freuds Theory of Dreams Sigmund Freud's theory of dreams is one of the most influential and well-known theories in the field of psychology. Freud proposed that dreams are a manifestation of our unconscious desires, thoughts, and motivations. However, Freud didnt say...
Traumatic (PTSD) nightmares – a common yet untreated symptom of PTSD The story of Dr Justin Havens My interest in this topic begun in 2013, and has led me on a journey of discovery, research, development and sharing resources to deal with what I think is a...
Introduction to treating nightmares with therapy Traditionally, therapy would be considered a good approach to helping someone with nightmares. After all, it was Freud who first described Dreams as 'the royal road to the unconscious', and therefore what better place...
Introduction If you google 'how to stop nightmares' or even use an AI generator like ChatGPT, you get a smorgesborg of solutions for nightmares. These include diet, relaxation, sleep hygiene, and usually Image Rehearsal Therapy or Nightmare Rescripting. Learn more...
In today's society, we often look for a 'silver bullet' and this is true for medication for nightmares, which is often in the form of a pill to resolve physical or psychological problems. This is especially true for conditions such as depression and anxiety, and many...
What is a Nightmare? A nightmare is a disturbing dream associated with negative feelings, such as anxiety or fear that awakens you. Nightmares are common in children but can happen at any age. Occasional nightmares usually are nothing to worry about. However, if...
Have you ever asked yourself "Why Am I Having Nightmares?" Nightmares can leave you feeling drained, no matter how many hours you've slept. Many people often find themselves waking up from distressing dreams, leaving them exhausted and frustrated. It’s not just about...
The first question that most people ask about Dreams is 'what do they mean?' A quick google search reveals a plethora of 'meaning' behind dreams. I think it helps to first understand why we dream in the first place, and the nature of dreams. Dreams have intrigued and...
I firstly want to welcome you here! This website www.stopnightmares.org has been almost 10 years in the making, from when I first became interested in nightmares and embarked upon my PhD at the Anglia Ruskin University in Chelmsford. This interest in nightmares in...
The Dream Completion Technique® is an evidence based therapeutic intervention that helps individuals rapidly resolve traumatic nightmares and sleep disturbance. It is a learnt behavioural skill and can have results after just one night and has been shown to be both safe and effective.