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What is the definition or description of: nightmare?
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Bad Dream: A nightmare is a bad dream. They are common and a normal part of life.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Nightmare: Unpleasant dream that can cause strong negative emotions such as fear/horror/sadness/despair/anxiety. It usually awakens the dreamer in a state of distress. Can be caused by physical issues such as fever or opiates for pain , or by psychological issues such as stress/anxiety.
Answered 12/10/2013
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