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The Science of Dreams

Author(s) -

Rebecca M. C. Spencer

Publication year - 2019

Publication title -

frontiers for young minds

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Journals

ISSN - 2296-6846

DOI - 10.3389/frym.2019.00140

Subject(s) - dream , sleep (system call) , psychology , cognitive science , psychoanalysis , cognitive psychology , computer science , aesthetics , art , neuroscience , operating system

AGES: 10–12 Dreams are a common experience. Some are scary, some are funny. Recent research into how the brain works helps us understand why we dream. Strange combinations of ideas in our dreams may make us more creative and give us ideas that help us to solve problems. Or, when memories from the day are repeated in the brain during sleep, memories may get stronger. Dreams may also improve our moods. Together, these studies show that dreams and sleep are important for performing well when we are awake.

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