New Delhi: Sleep is one of the most important factors of health and wellbeing – but many fail to get the much-needed rest due to many reasons ranging from stress to sleep disorders. However, some fear sleep altogether due to nightmares. If you are also one who feels tormented at the thought of getting some sleep, then a study might have an answer as to why this is happening. Turns out, there is a specific group of people who experience nightmares more often – a study by experts from Oregon State University found that lonely people are more likely to suffer from bad dreams.
Researchers at US-based universities also discovered that lonely people are not just more prone to bad dreams but also have an increased risk of premature deaths, heart diseases, and stroke. Most of the study’s findings were highlighted in a study that put the spotlight on the health effects of poor social bonds. Experts noted that when a person’s need for a strong relationship is not fulfilled, it results in mental, physical, and social suffering.
Experts discovered that much like hunger and fatigue, not getting enough food or sleep results in discomfort irritability, and then other health problems. Similarly, loneliness causes discomfort and results in nightmares. Researchers found that the incidence of nightmares, measured on a five-point scale, had a strong link with loneliness and stress. The findings also stated that treating loneliness would lessen one’s nightmare experiences and it can also be controlled through clinical studies.
How does loneliness contribute to nightmares?
Researchers discovered that loneliness forces one to overthink, and worry and it then makes it difficult to sleep peacefully. Mental health is also impacted by sleep patterns leading to restlessness and nightmares. Lack of proper sleep can worsen feelings of loneliness and irritability can contribute to social withdrawal and low emotional resilience. Therefore, it is imperative to get ample rest as required. Loneliness affecting sleep is a vicious cycle that continues.
Researchers at US-based universities also discovered that lonely people are not just more prone to bad dreams but also have an increased risk of premature deaths, heart diseases, and stroke. Most of the study’s findings were highlighted in a study that put the spotlight on the health effects of poor social bonds. Health News Health News: Latest News from Health Care, Mental Health, Weight Loss, Disease, Nutrition, Healthcare
