Study: Work-related nightmares are increasing

Dec 19, 2024

From CBS 12 News

'We don't see it as surprising': Work stress can lead to nightmares, mental health issues

A newly released study done by "Each Night," a sleep health organization, revealed most Americans have nightmares about their jobs, leading to a bigger mental health problem.

78% of Americans say they’re stressed about something at work right now, according to this sleep study.

Now, have you ever had work-related nightmares because of that?

If so, you aren't alone.

64% of Americans say they’ve had at least one nightmare about their job, according to the study.

"It's surprising to people that it's been this often, but we don't see it as surprising,” said Dr. Elssy Oms, a psychiatrist with the #PalmBeachHealthNetwork.

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