The Nature of Nightmares and Their Impact on the Self

Nightmares tend to occur during REM sleep and are more common in individuals with thin boundaries. The presence of a demonic element in a nightmare, such as a monstrous figure, can incite terror and impact daily activities. As nightmares persist, the demonic element becomes closer and more threatening to the dreamer. This progression often leads individuals to seek medical attention. The implications of nightmares suggest that they reflect the construction and dissolution of the self in dreams. Dreams, therefore, play a fundamental role in daytime consciousness.