Psychodynamic Psychology Podcast The Neuropsychology of Dreams | Mark Solms and Neuropsychoanalysis
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Sep 9, 2024 Delve into the fascinating world where neuroscience meets psychoanalysis. Discover how dream states reveal secrets about our brain functions and emotions. Learn about the role of the dopamine circuit in dream interpretation, reshaping our understanding of dreams as vital expressions of desire and emotion. Mark Solms' insights challenge traditional views, presenting dreams as profound reflections of our psyche. This exploration invites listeners to rethink the significance of their nightly journeys.
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Alina Introduces Mark Solms
- Alina introduces Mark Solms who uniquely blends neuroscience and psychoanalysis.
- Solms founded neuropsychoanalysis to explore consciousness and dreams scientifically.
Neuropsychoanalysis Bridges Two Worlds
- Mark Solms merges neuroscience with psychoanalysis to explore consciousness and dreams.
- He revives Freud's psychological route to the mind through modern neuroscience methods.
Brother’s Accident Sparks Existential Quest
- Mark Solms was driven by his brother's accident to question what it means to be conscious.
- This personal crisis inspired his neuroscience career blending with psychoanalytic ideas.
