"Scared to death" might not be just a saying, as far as nightmares are concerned.
People who have frequent nightmares appear to have a tripled risk of premature death, according to a new study presented at the European Academy of Neurology's (EAN) annual meeting.
Those folks also show signs of significantly accelerated biological aging, with their bodies reflecting wear and tear greater than what their birth date might reflect, researchers said.
This is likely due to the stress that nightmares can place on a sleeping body, researchers said.
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