Question
Experts, what are some ways to help children avoid nightmares?
Answer
Hello, avoid letting your little one get too excited before bedtime. Try to calm their emotions about an hour before sleep, perhaps by playing some soft music like a gentle piano piece. Have a soothing conversation with your child before bed. Children who have nightmares may either be overexcited or lack a sense of security. Avoid letting them watch inappropriate programs. Also, consider if they might have been bullied, threatened, or stimulated during the day. As the saying goes, ‘what you think about during the day, you dream about at night.’ Once the issues are resolved, children will naturally sleep soundly.