A nightmare, also known as a bad dream, [1] is an unpleasant dream that can cause a strong emotional response from the mind, typically fear but also despair, anxiety, disgust or sadness. The dream may contain situations of discomfort, psychological or physical terror, or panic.
A nightmare is a disturbing dream associated with negative feelings, such as anxiety or fear that awakens you. Nightmares are common in children but can happen at any age.
Talking about the nightmare during the day. Comforting and reassuring the child. Encouraging the child to go back to sleep in their bed. Avoiding bright lights in the bedroom, and using a night light, which could be used to give the child comfort. Leaving the bedroom door open, so they feel safe and close to their parents.