I can totally relate to your experience.... My dreams are often reoccurring , whether nightmares or just dreams..... But I can usually recall mine vividly. I've woken sweaty and crying on many occasions . I'm on a short term sleeping pill ATM , it's supposed to keep me asleep all night- I'm thankful when I get 4-5 hrs in one go!! I've not had a full night sleep since I was a teenager, I'm now in my 30's!! Well I hope u find a solution for your problem. Oh I found a dream journal can help ??