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Can You Control Your Dreams?

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What is the main advantage of letting the unconscious mind work on a problem?

It reduces the occurrence of nightmares

It helps us to think more logically

It adds to and develops what we've already done while awake (correct)

It helps us to remember our dreams more clearly

According to Delphi Ellis, what do recurring nightmares often indicate in adults?

A fear of being chased by a monster

A busy and stressful lifestyle

A lack of sleep

Difficult issues from the past (correct)

What happens when we ignore our dreams, especially the unpleasant ones?

We start to remember our dreams more clearly

The message from our unconscious mind becomes louder (correct)

We start to have more pleasant dreams

Our unconscious mind starts to ignore them too

What percentage of college students in Barrett's study solved a problem using dreaming as a strategy?

One-quarter Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why our waking, logical way of thinking may not be effective in solving a problem?

It's stuck in a particular way of thinking Signup and view all the answers

Why are nightmares a common experience for many people, especially as they get older?

Because they are more aware of their place in the huge world Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of our mind is estimated to be unconscious?

90% Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of placing an object or photo on your bedside table?

To influence your dreams about a particular subject Signup and view all the answers

What does Deirdre Barrett recommend doing when you wake up?

Lie still and try to recall your dream Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated ratio of our unconscious to conscious mind?

Nine to one Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of learning to control your dreams?

You can solve problems you can't solve in daylight hours Signup and view all the answers

What is Deirdre Barrett's profession?

Assistant clinical professor of psychology Signup and view all the answers