Definition of angst-ridden - filled with deep anxiety, especially about oneself or about the nature of existence Definition of angst-ridden - filled with deep anxiety, especially about oneself or about the nature of existence
Other Sections. For most people, dreaming is purely a mental activity: dreams occur in the mind while the body is at rest. But people who suffer from REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) act out their dreams. They physically move limbs or even get up and engage in activities associated with waking. Some engage in sleep talking, shouting, screaming, hittting or punching.
Home >> Sleep Disorders Problems >> Sleep Talking >> Sleep Talking - Causes. Sleep talking may be brought on by stress, depression, sleep deprivation, day-time drowsiness, alcohol, and fever. In many instances sleep talking runs in families, although external factors seem to stimulate the behavior. Sleep talking often occurs concurently with other sleep disorders such as nightmares, confusional arousals, sleep apnea , and REM sleep behavior disorder.