First, no one is sure why we, or any other animal, dream. During the past century, however, scientists have made significant progress in understanding the factors that influence sleep and dreaming.

When you're in deep sleep, your mind can paint vivid scenes like being chased by fictional serial killer Michael Myers or unexpectedly bumping into your ex — but why? "I can say with certainty that ...

You’ve always wanted to fly. And here you are, soaring above the clouds. No plane, no glider, no parachute. Wait. What? And ...

Dreams have fascinated humans for centuries, serving as a source of inspiration, curiosity, and sometimes confusion. One ...

Violent dreams may be warning signs of brain disorders, study finds. Aug. 5, 2010— -- Vivid, violent dreams can portend brain disorders by half a century, a new study finds. The result, reported ...

That recurring dream where you’re frantically searching for a classroom on test day? Or the one where your teeth suddenly crumble in your mouth? These nighttime narratives aren’t just random brain ...

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Factors such as age, sleeping patterns, and a tendency to daydream might impact your ability to remember dreams in the morning, according to research. reading time 2 minutes How frequently do you ...

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