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What's the reason for having dreams every night while sleeping?
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Dr. Bruce Greenfield, MD
1212 Wilshire BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90017 Internal Medicine
Expert Medical Information
During a sleep cycle, the REM (Rapid Eye Movement) stage is characterized by dreaming. Some people remember their dreams, while others do not. When various factors disrupt the sleep cycle and reduce sleep quality, it can lead to frequent dreaming. The main influencing factors include: 1. Recent significant events that cause emotional fluctuations can lead to this situation. 2. Women may experience daily dreaming during their menstrual period. 3. Changes in lifestyle or living environment can affect sleep habits, altering the sleep cycle and resulting in frequent dreaming. 4. Certain medications, such as antiviral drugs, brain cell nutrients, cold medicines, and quinolones, can stimulate the brain and disrupt the sleep cycle. 5. Psychological factors such as anxiety, stress, and depression can affect sleep quality, leading to daily dreaming.
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