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DREAMS
Muaz Khalid
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DEFINITION OF
DREAMS:
Consist of a series of images,
sensations, thoughts, and emotions
experienced during sleep.
Often have a narrative structure,
creating a story-like experience.
Can encompass both ordinary and
extraordinary scenarios.
STAGES OF
SLEEP:
Dreams primarily occur during the
Rapid Eye Movement (REM) stage of
sleep.
REM sleep is characterized by rapid
eye movements
The sleep cycle alternates between
REM and non-REM stages.
REM stages become longer and
more frequent.
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PURPOSE OF
DREAMS:
Memory Consolidation
Emotional Regulation
Problem Solving
Threat Simulation
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MEMORY
CONSOLIDATION:
Memories are strengthened,
stabilized, and stored in the brain
for long-term retention.
It primarily occurs during sleep.
Involves transfer of information
from short-term to long-term
memory.
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EMOTIONAL
REGULATION:
Refers to the ability to effectively
manage and modulate one's
emotions.
Involves recognizing and
understanding emotions.
Encompasses both the ability to
regulate negative emotions
Effective emotional regulation
contributes to emotional well-being
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PROBLEM
SOLVING:
Dreams facilitate creative problem-
solving.
Unconscious thoughts emerge
during dreaming.
Dreams make unique connections.
Access to alternative perspectives.
Dreams inspire novel insights.
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THREAT
SIMULATION:
Dreams simulate threatening
situations.
They allow individuals to rehearse
responses.
Dreams enhance survival skills.
Emotional and physiological
responses occur.
Dreams provide a safe environment
for exploring alternatives.
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DREAM
DISTURBANCES:
Nightmares
Sleep Apnea
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD)
Sleep-related hallucinations