Dreams have long captivated human curiosity, but empirical research in this area has faced
significant methodological challenges. Recent interdisciplinary advances have now opened …

Primary states of consciousness are conceived as phylogenetically older states of
consciousness as compared to secondary states governed by sociocultural inhibition. The …

Sleep is crucial for many vital functions and has been extensively studied. By contrast, the
sleep-onset period (SOP), often portrayed as a mere prelude to sleep, has been largely …

Empirical investigations that search for a link between dreaming and sleep-dependent
memory consolidation have focused on testing for an association between dreaming of what …

Cognitive neuroscience seeks to pinpoint the neural basis of cognitive function. Application
of scientific methods can be credited for its advancement within the field of psychology. Past …

One can be aware of the effort needed to memorize a new fact or to recall the name of a new
acquaintance. Because of experiences like this, learning can seem to have only two …

The present study employed a multivariate meta-analysis technique to investigate the
influence of incubation on creative tasks, examining the role of moderators in their …

The investigation of dream-related phenomena has driven different and controversial
results, which have increased an interest in the literature in finding ways to capture the …

Wearable devices with monitoring and recommendation functions are designed to provide
personalised feedback and support to help individuals manage their health and well-being …

Hypnagogia—the transitional state between wakefulness and sleep—is marked by
“hypnagogic dreams,” during which our brains tend to forge connections among concepts …