Do Vivid Dreams Have Meaning?

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What Helps With Troubling Vivid Dreams?

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Treatment for vivid dreaming is based on the cause of the dreaming.

The quality of your diet and getting enough nutrients are factors in good sleep health.

Lifestyle changes and speaking with a professional may help.

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