Nightmares, Mindfulness And Lucid Dreaming
Research Square February 25, 2022 DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-1303397/v1 (opens in new tab)
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe text examines the relationships between nightmares, mindfulness, and lucid dreaming. It suggests that higher levels of mindfulness are associated with fewer nightmares, and that lucid dreaming may serve as a potential therapeutic tool for nightmare reduction. The authors indicate that mindfulness practices could enhance lucid dreaming abilities, which in turn might help individuals gain control over nightmare content. However, the exact mechanisms and causal directions remain unclear, and further research is needed to confirm these associations and explore clinical applications.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
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| Key finding | Mindfulness is associated with fewer nightmares, and lucid dreaming may help reduce nightmare frequency. |
Abstract
Nightmares, Mindfulness And Lucid Dreaming