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Ep 51 "Why do brains dream?"

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

CHAPTER

Unraveling the Mysteries of Dreaming

The chapter delves into the intricate world of dreaming, from the vivid and bizarre nature of dreams during REM sleep to the brain mechanisms behind these fantastical experiences. It explores the theories on why humans dream, shedding light on the defensive activation theory and the link between brain plasticity, REM sleep, and dreaming. Additionally, it touches on dream interpretation and the caution against imposing narratives on these enigmatic creations.

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