Asked by Chrystal Jenks on Apr 27, 2024

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What is correlated with the experience of nightmares in adults

A)  onset of sleep apnea 
B)  sleepwalking 
C)  schizophrenia, as well as other psychotic disorders 
D)  significant stress

Nightmares

Upsetting dreams that lead to the dreamer awakening with feelings of fear and anxiety.

Schizophrenia

A long-term mental disorder involving a breakdown in the relation between thought, emotion, and behavior, leading to faulty perception and inappropriate actions.

Significant Stress

A level of stress that notably affects an individual's mental, physical, or emotional well-being, often requiring intervention or management.

  • Apprehend the psychological relevance and elucidation of dreams.
  • Understand the impact of sleeping habits on mental processes and bodily well-being.
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evelyn chongApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Nightmares in adults are strongly correlated with significant levels of stress. Other factors such as sleep apnea, sleepwalking, and mental disorders like schizophrenia may also contribute, but stress is the most common cause.