Ep 82: Surreal Dreams- The Secret to A Beautiful Mind

The hippocampus plays a crucial role in memories, imagination as well as the process of dreaming. Ever wonder why we dream? Are human minds designed to replicate reality in the imaginary world of dreams? What scientists now consider essential to healthy brain functioning- dreams offer creative solutions to problems, help consolidate memories and overall healthy brain circuitry. Dream states can be vivid, contrasting with hallucinations which are associated with diseased brain pathways. This week’s podcast explores the haphazard way a healthy mind consolidates our experiences and memories while dreaming, which may offer insights into novel mechanisms for imagination therapy. Want more of our podcast? Episode Recaps and Notes:https://www.scienceofbeauty.net/; Instagram: @drteowanlin; Youtube: http://bit.ly/35rjbve; https://phygiartbeauty.com/newsletter/  If you enjoyed this podcast, we would love that you leave us a 5 star rating so more people can hear it!