Once you hear from a partner that they speak in
their sleep, you are often worried about the fact that you have discovered some
deep, mysterious secret or something is genuinely wrong with them. Isn't it
terrifying to realize you've said something’s in your sleep but you don't
remember to do that?
Sleep talking can come in a variety of ways ranging
from mumbling or gibberish to complete and coherent phrases. This tends to
occur more commonly in men and children in particular. If you do not know what
contributed to your sleep talking, there are many factors responsible for this
which includes genetics, sleep loss, alcohol intake, fatigue, stress,
depression, etc.
What is sleep talking disorder?
Better known as sleep talking refers to talking in
your sleep. You may or may not be aware of what you speak during your sleep
time. It depends on the sleep cycle you are in. The more you drift towards the
REM cycle, more unaware you become of your speech. Even your language type can
vary from your normal tongue language when you are asleep.
Sometimes people say things that don't make any
sense. Many people even remember past experiences and events. As per law and
contemporary sleep research, sleep is not a result of a conscious mind or a
rational mind.
People who suffer from sleep talking might also face
other sleep-related issues like night terrors, sleepwalking, disturbed REM's
etc.
What do we talk about in our sleep?
People talk in their sleep about all sorts of
things. Some people swear while some say a few random words or utter gibberish
that is meaningless. Speech is generally easier to
understand while speaking during light sleep, while it may take the form of
groaning during REM or deeper sleep sessions. Sleep speaking episodes
typically last for a total of 30 seconds.
Is excessive sleep talking a bad sign?
Once in awhile case is considered as normal among
healthy sleepers. It is a regular occurrence for most people that happens
periodically and vanishes before you know it. However, in some cases, your
life's most important decisions can have a lasting impact on you. That's why,
if you start talking too often, most experts recommend speaking to a doctor —
sleep talking may also be a symptom of a nightmare disorder crisis. It means
you often have bad dreams that are sufficiently important to wake you up at
night. Terrifying dreams often come with quick heartbeats, sweating in the
night, and other physical movements that will let you wake up even more tired.
The doctor will get a snapshot of what's happening
while you rest overnight. These analyses make sure that your habit of sleep is
not a more profound symptom of something that needs treatment.
How to make the sleep talkers relax?
It can be frustrating for the individual sharing his
bed with a sleep talker, depending on the frequency and the volume of your
sleep talking episode. Here are some ways to make your bedroom a happier place
for everyone involved:
For the sleep partner:
Get a softer
mattress. Usha mattresses are more comfortable than others.
You can reduce your risk of waking up if you're a light sleeper by getting a mattress
that's great at motion isolation, such as memory foam or latex mattress.
This helps to block your sleep partner's movements.
Invest in such sleep products that reduce noise.
Since years, sleep aids have been used for sound. Earplugs can also be of
assistance.
For the sleep talker:
Since sleep talking can be caused by stress, work to
reduce your life's pressure. Try to incorporate stress-reducing activities such
as light yoga, meditation, deep breathing exercises, or relaxation techniques
into your bedtime routine.
Avoid alcohol and drugs. These malpractices
interfere with your overall health and sleep and have been linked to a major
cause of sleep talking.
Practice good quality of sleep and have plenty of
food. Sleep talk has been connected to sleep deprivation, so make sure that
every night you get at least 8 hours of sleep, go to bed, and wake up every day
at the same time.
