Sleep and Dream Resources

We talk a lot about sleep and dreams. So we wanted to share some resources.

Lucid Dreaming

Lucid dreams are when you know that you’re dreaming while you’re asleep.

Learn more on WedMD: https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/lucid-dreams-overview

Night Terror

Night terrors, also called sleep terrors, are episodes of intense screaming, crying, thrashing, and/ or fear that occurs during sleep.

Learn more on WebMD: https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/night-terrors

REM Sleep

REM stands for Rapid Eye Movement. Usually, REM sleep happens 90 minutes after you fall asleep. The first period of REM typically lasts 10 minutes. Each of your later REM stages gets longer, and the final one may last up to an hour. Your heart rate and breathing quickens. You can have intense dreams during REM Sleep, since your brain is more active.

Learn more on WebMD: https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/sleep-101

Sleep Paralysis

Sleep paralysis is a feeling of being conscious but unable to move. It occurs when a person passes between stages of wakefulness and sleep. During these transitions, you may be unable to move or speak for a few seconds up to a few minutes.

Learn more on WebMD: https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/sleep-paralysis