We teach our children to respect and trust adults. Some adults, such as sex offenders, take advantage of this position. A typical characteristic of the molester is to tell the child to keep secrets and to make threats. A large percentage of molesters are known to the victim and family, which often makes it difficult to identify them before it's too late. Recurring nightmares may be an early sign that should be investigated with professional help. It is very rare for children, especially younger children, to lie about molestation. If your child makes such a disclosure, contact your local child protective services office immediately.
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If your child actually gets out of bed during a nightmare and doesn't respond to attempts to calm them down, they may be experiencing a sleep disorder called Night Terrors. If night terrors persist, a medical consultation may be necessary.
In adults, monsters can represent fear or overwhelming emotional issues. Many adults with terminal illnesses dream of monsters chasing them. For these people, the monster represents death. Dreaming of monsters can also symbolize stressful situations such as mounting bills or an overload of work. Take a look at what's been bothering you. Have you been avoiding your problems? It may be time to face them head on.
Dreaming of slaying a monster represents victory. Reflect upon how you killed the monster in your dream. This may provide a clue as to how you can slay your demons in waking life.
May all your dreams come true!
Parthena Black is a professional social worker and ordained minister with experience in tarot and runes. For private spiritual counseling and intuitive readings via e-mail, please visit her at oymygoddess.com.
