Dream Recall, Nightmares, and Aggression-Related Dream Content in Patients with REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD).
Sleep Sci August 18, 2025 DOI: 10.1055/s-0045-1809924 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractPatients with REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD) report higher dream recall frequency, more nightmares, and greater aggression-related dream content compared to healthy controls. The findings suggest that the motor dysregulation characteristic of RBD may be linked to alterations in emotional and aggressive dream mentation.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Observational cohort Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Patients with REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD) |
| Key finding | Patients with RBD have elevated dream recall, nightmares, and aggression-related dream content relative to controls. |
Abstract
Dream Recall, Nightmares, and Aggression-Related Dream Content in Patients with REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD).