I keep having a dream involving the same general theme - my mom, who died somewhat suddenly in 2006 (when I was 23), has gone missing. Not kidnapped, but runaway.

Last night's dream was all over the place, but I remember feeling extremely stressed and worried, trying to figure out where my mom went. As with each of these dreams, it is the second time she has gone missing, and I also feel rather frustrated with her. Last night, I was looking everywhere and imagining her running away to commit suicide. I was planning to call the police and file a missing person report.

Another interesting tidbit - my dad has also passed away (also suddenly, but less traumatically) in 2002. However, in these recurring dreams, he is still alive. I never have the same dream about him.

It should be noted that my mom's death was much harder on me. My dad was a happy man and died very suddenly. My mom, however, dealt with depression and anxiety and became sick very quickly. I had to watch her realize she would die soon and be terrified. Her death deeply affected me and I'm not sure I've ever really worked through my feelings about it.

Please help me figure out this recurring dream. I've had three similar dreams in a few months and they make me feel horrible for days. I will happily clarify or answer any questions that might help you help me.