Sleep issues rise as Philippines ranks eighth in global nightmare-related queries

The Philippines has emerged as one of the top countries experiencing nightmares, ranking eighth globally with a total of 52,950 searches across nightmare-related terms. This notable trend indicates a significant engagement with sleep health concerns among Filipino internet users, with a particularly high interest in methods for preventing nightmares.

In fact, the search term “how to stop nightmares” generates an impressive 23,700 monthly searches, marking it as the most sought-after solution among all tracked nightmare-related queries. This suggests a proactive approach to sleep health, as more people are actively looking for ways to address and prevent disruptive dreams rather than simply seeking explanations for them.

A recent study by Onebed identified the countries where people experience the most nightmares, based on online search behavior. The analysis used Google Keyword Planner to track monthly search volumes for terms like “why do I have nightmares,” “how to stop nightmares,” “nightmares meaning,” and “bad dreams.” By normalizing these search volumes per 100,000 people, the study provides insights into how frequently these topics are being explored across various countries. (Credit: Onebed)

Nightmare-Related Search Breakdown in the Philippines:

• “Why do I have nightmares?” searches: 10,020

• “How to stop nightmares” searches: 23,700

• “Nightmares meaning” searches: 18,620

• “Bad dreams” searches: 610

• Total searches: 52,950

• Searches per 100,000 people: 45.34

The Philippines recorded 45.34 searches per 100,000 people, placing it eighth on the global scale for nightmare-related search intensity. This statistic is a clear reflection of the country’s rising concerns about sleep quality and its impact on overall wellbeing.

One key takeaway from the study is the stark contrast between searches for solution-oriented queries (such as “how to stop nightmares”) and those focused on dream interpretation. While over 23,000 people search for ways to stop nightmares, only around 18,000 are looking for explanations about what nightmares mean. This highlights a distinctive preference in the Philippines for practical approaches to improving sleep quality over more abstract dream analysis.

This growing interest in nightmare prevention suggests a broader cultural shift in how Filipinos are viewing sleep health. In urban areas, where stress and anxiety can significantly affect sleep patterns, people are becoming more health-conscious and seeking ways to improve the quality of their rest. Rather than merely wondering why bad dreams occur, they are looking for tangible solutions to improve their overall sleep experience.

You can check out the full research here.