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Neurologist Explains Lucid Dreaming, Nightmares and Dream Recall
Dreaming can occur during both REM and non-REM sleep, according to neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar, head of neurology at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad. People who believe they never dream may simply forget their…
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Dreaming can occur during both REM and non-REM sleep, according to neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar, head of neurology at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad. People who believe they never dream may simply forget their dreams soon after waking. Kumar, writing on X, said recording dreams immediately may improve recall.
Thoughts and emotions before sleep can sometimes influence dream themes, while cognitive techniques may increase the chance of lucid dreaming, in which a person knows they are dreaming. There is no guaranteed method to create pleasant dreams or control a specific storyline. Kumar said stress reduction, healthy sleep habits and imagery rehearsal therapy may help with recurring nightmares. He also said there is no convincing scientific evidence that dreams predict the future.
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Dream interpretation is often presented online as prophecy or as a reliable window into hidden fears. Neither claim is supported here. Dreams can feel real and may reflect memories, emotions or worries, but scientists have not established one purpose for them. Lucid dreaming is possible for some people, not a guaranteed skill. The practical measure is whether nightmares repeatedly disrupt sleep or daytime life, in which case medical advice matters more than dream symbolism.
Source: timesnownews.com
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