Sleep researchers at Northwestern University believe that theyve developed an effective method to manage these difficult cases.
They published two studies last month detailing their work.
Is There a Way to Cure or Prevent Nightmares?
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All six patients in the study received cognitive behavioral therapy, while half eventually received TLR as well.
Other studies havefoundthat using sound to positively manipulate peoples dreams can reduce nightmares in general, however.
Its empowering for them, Mundt said.
Theyre so surprised this works.
It increases self-efficacy for managing their symptoms, and they describe how glad they are that this helped.
Its really a game-changer, mentally.
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