FeaturedNeuroscience·September 9, 2023·6 min readThe Dream Dance: Decoding REM’s Mystical Nightly Show in Our BrainsREM sleep, marked by rapid eye movement, is one of the most mysterious stages of our nightly rest, known for vivid dreams. This phase, repeating every 90 to 120 minutes, possibly prevents sleeping too deeply, making us less vulnerable.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 8, 2023·6 min readWhy PTSD Patients Relive Highly Charged Fear Memories in SleepIn people with PTSD, during REM sleep norepinephrine and serotonin levels remain high, reducing the brain's ability to inhibit fear-expression neurons through neural rhythms sent between the prefrontal cortex and amygdala. Those with PTSD require higher frequency rhythms to extinguish fear memories. Researchers say unlocking the higher frequencies via therapies could help to restore quality sleep in those with PTSD.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 27, 2022·4 min readResearchers Ease Nightmares by Manipulating Emotions in DreamsRehearsing positive versions of frequent nightmares before sleep and playing noises associated with positive daytime experiences during sleep helps reduce nightmare frequency, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·September 21, 2022·2 min readNightmares in Middle Age Linked to Dementia RiskMiddle-aged people who experience at least one nightmare a week are four times more likely to experience cognitive decline during the following decade. Older adults who experience weekly nightmares are twice as likely to develop dementia. The association is much stronger for men than women.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 8, 2022·4 min readBad Dreams Could Be Early Warning of Parkinson’s DiseaseOlder adults who frequently experience bad dreams or nightmares are twice as likely to be diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 15, 2020·4 min readResearch delves into causes of nightmares that shadow female survivors of sexual traumaHaving difficulty getting to sleep, in addition to ruminating about trauma experiences and other negative events before sleep, boosts the odds of sexual trauma survivors experiencing post-trauma nightmares.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 15, 2020·8 min readWhat pandemic dreams may comeResearchers discuss how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting the quality and content of people's dreams. The stress we are experiencing may be manifesting in our dream content as we sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 20, 2019·5 min readHow to train your brain to have lucid dreamsA sleep researcher shares the secrets for training your brain to experience lucid dreams.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 14, 2018·4 min readTreatment Options For Nightmare Disorder in AdultsResearchers propose a variety of therapeutic approaches and medications to help combat adult nightmare disorder.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·November 30, 2017·3 min readRecurring Nightmares Could Reflect Your Daily FrustrationsDo you have recurring nightmares where you are being attacked, chased or falling? Researchers report your dreams may be a reflection of frustrations you experience in daily life.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·November 2, 2017·4 min readLink Between Nightmares and Self HarmResearchers report that while sleep disruptions contribute to a number of psychological disorders, it appears only nightmares are associated with increased risk of self harming behaviors.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 29, 2017·6 min readSleep Disturbances Predict Increased Risk for Suicidal SymptomsA worsening of suicidal thoughts in young people has been linked to sleep disturbances. Participants of the new study who reported lots of variation of when they fall asleep also reported more incidences of insomnia and nightmares, which also lower the threshold for suicidal ideations.Read More
