Circadian and ultradian influences on dreaming: a dual rhythm model.
Brain Research Bulletin October 30, 2006 Erin J. Wamsley, Yasutaka Hirota, Matthew A. Tucker et al.
The dual rhythm model of dreaming states that, under high sensory thresholds, heightened general cortical activation common to both REM/NREM and circadian-driven activation cycles sums to produce the main characteristics of dreaming. In addition, the unique pattern of regional brain activation characteristic of REM sleep amplifies the emotional intensity of the dream. Subjects were awakened...
DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2006.09.021 (opens in new tab)
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Humans
Observer variation
Electroencephalography
Electrooculography
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