1. Psychological Theories of Dreams
This essay aims to compare and contrast the functions and dreams of two contemporary theories of dreams: the threat simulation theory (TST) posited by Anitti Revonsuo (2001) and the information-processing theory (IPT) put forth by Rosalind Cartwright (2010). ... In contrast, according to IPT, the invented or psychological function of dreams is to assimilate new data, reorganise related memories and regulate mood (Cartwright, 1990). ... In contrast to neurobiological theories like the Activation-Synthesis theory (Hobson and McClarley, 1977) which argues that dreams are disorganised and random...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate