Asked by Shawntel Ryans on Sep 30, 2024

Bill has had many dreams in which he has fallen off a cliff,but he has always awakened before hitting the bottom.He has become an insomniac because of his fear that if he ever hits the bottom,he will die.What would you tell Bill

A)  He simply needs to train himself to wake up whenever he has a falling dream. 
B)  He should be afraid because shocking dreams are often fatal. 
C)  His belief has no substance and is merely a myth. 
D)  He should take sleeping pills to repress REM sleep so that he will not dream.

Insomniac

A person who experiences difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or obtaining restorative sleep, resulting in functional impairment during the daytime.

Falling Dream

A common dream experience where the individual senses themselves falling, often leading to sudden muscle jerks or awakening.

Myths

Traditional stories, often of unknown origin and with a blend of factual and fictional elements, that are used to explain natural phenomena, cultural practices, or societal norms.

  • Comprehend the psychological importance and analysis of dreams.
  • Explore the cultural and personal convictions regarding sleep and dreams.