Author Name: – Rishita Binakia and Dr. Zuby Hasan /
Date:- March 2024
Abstract
The current research employed the MADRE dream questionnaire to explore potential connections between dreaming characteristics and waking behaviors and personality traits. The MADRE evaluates various aspects of dreaming such as recall frequency, emotional intensity, incorporation of dream content into daily life, lucid dreaming prevalence, attitudes towards dreams, and overall dream vividness. Participants also completed the Adult Behavior Checklist, which measures an array of behavioral tendencies. Analyses revealed significant positive correlations between highly vivid, impactful dreaming experiences and traits such as openness to new experiences and creativity. Frequent nightmares were associated with lower levels of emotional stability. Notable gender differences emerged, wherein females reported more intense dreaming experiences that showed stronger links to waking behaviors compared to males. The findings suggest that particularly salient, emotionally-evocative dreams may facilitate personal growth, creative expression, and certain patterns of waking behavior. Implications related to utilizing dreams in therapeutic interventions and understanding mind-behavior connections are discussed.
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