“When Brains Dream” – A New Book on the Mystery of Sleep
January 2021 saw the publication of a new book dedicated to how our brains behave during sleep. The authors of the book, called “When Brains Dream: Exploring the Science and…
What Is the Difference Between Consciousness in Sleep and Wakefulness?
It is generally accepted that consciousness differs significantly between sleep and wakefulness. When we sleep, we experience an unconscious stream of thoughts and images. In the waking state, we are…
Do REM Sleep Disturbances Create Near-Death Experiences?
People who have had near-death experiences or who have found themselves teetering on the edge between life and death often describe their experiences as mystical. Regardless of gender, age, ethnicity,…
How Lucid Dreams Affect Mental and Physical Health
Despite the fears of some scientists about the possible negative impact of lucid dreaming on people’s physical and mental health, actual practitioners are increasingly sharing amazing stories of how their…
Has COVID-19 Changed Our Dreams?
The scientific journal Dreaming dedicated a special section in September 2020 to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our dreams. Researchers from different countries have published reports on how…
