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Nightmares and what you can do about them

Artist: D. PriessNightmares following a traumatic event are very common. Whether they picture the traumatic event directly, or involve other images and themes, or both, they probably reflect a normal healing process, and will diminish in frequency and intensity if recovery is progressing. If after several weeks no change is noted, consultation with a therapist is advisable.

ASD is offering a selection of articles that are helpful both for adults having nightmares and for parents with children having nightmares. Please read the general Nightmare FAQ first. 

Social Services and Mental Health Response Links

Responses and Action Possibilities to Terrorist Attacks on US Landmarks :  Psychologist for Social Responsibility
General Resources for the Tragedy, news, help, other (Google)

 

Articles on Nightmares

Nightmare FAQ - Read me first
Article:  Nightmare Remedies:   Helping Your Children Tame The Demons of the Night. Alan Siegel, Ph.D. and Kelly Bulkeley, Ph. D.
Article:  Nightmares and What to Do About Them. Patricia Garfield, Ph.D.
Article: Overcoming Nightmares. Stephen LaBerge & Howard. Rheingold
 Article: Kids and Dreams: How to Explore them with your Children. (NBC)  Alan Siegel, Ph.D.
Article: Nightmares? Bad Dreams? Lucky You! D.R.E.A.M.S. Foundation 

Advanced Studies on Nightmares

A Mini-Course for Clinicians and Trauma Workers on Posttraumatic Nightmares. Alan Siegel, Ph.D.
Article: Dreaming, The Relationship of Dream Content and Changes in Daytime Mood in Traumatized Vs. Non-Traumatized Children  Raija-Leena Punamäki

Peace on Earth.

Short Selections from Trauma and Dreams, 
Editor, Deirdre Barrett
ASD Discussion Logo - Visit the Discussions Page Discuss nightmare topics in dreaming on the ASD Bulletin Board
Specific dreams cannot be interpreted here, but general discussion on nightmares and what to do about them may be discussed.		 Become an ASD member and read the benefits!Many thanks to all who have contributed to the Nightmare page. 
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Nightmares after Tragedy

ASD extends its concern and care to all people who have been affected by the tragic attacks in America and would like to provide information on nightmares that you and your families and friends may experience. These nightmares are common after a tragedy of this magnitude and yet can be very helpful in the process of healing. Please read our section on nightmares for more information.  


 L. Yahsar 1996 ASD Exhibit, Berkeley, CA.  

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