People who are lonely may be more likely to have bad dreams, new research has found, highlighting the importance of social connections for sleep and overall health. outlines the results of two studies — both of which found that loneliness was a predictor of nightmare frequency. The second study found that being lonely was associated with having more intense nightmares, too. Several factors play a role in the association between loneliness and nightmares, according to the study. Stress is one such factor. Rumination, also defined as anxiety or worrying, was also found to play a role, as was hyperarousal — or state of being ultra alert. Sleep disorders are likewise associated with an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and premature death. Good quality sleep is meanwhile necessary for cognitive functioning, mood regulation, metabolism and many other aspects of well-being When people’s need for strong relationships goes unmet, they suffer physically, mentally and socially. Just like hunger or fatigue means you haven’t gotten enough calories or sleep, loneliness has evolved to alert individuals when their needs for interpersonal connection are going unfulfilled. loneliness is associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and premature death
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025