An Introduction to the Psychology of Dreaming

An Introduction to the Psychology of Dreaming
Author: Kelly Bulkeley Ph.D.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2017-06-22
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1440857075

Introducing students at all levels to the key concepts of modern dream psychology, this concise book provides an overview of major theories regarding the formation, function, and interpretation of dreams. Why do people dream, and what do dreams mean? What do the most recent neuroscientific research and studies of patterns in dream content reveal about the functionality of dreams? How do the ideas of earlier generations of dream psychologists continue to influence the research of psychologists today? An Introduction to the Psychology of Dreaming covers all major theories in dream psychology from 1900 to the present day. It provides readers with a unique resource that focuses specifically on this lineage of research in dream psychology and is concise and accessibly written. Each chapter of the book analyzes a particular theory of dream psychology in terms of three basic questions: How are dreams formed? What functions do dreams serve? How can dreams be interpreted? By examining each theorist's answers to these questions, readers can clearly see how dream psychology theorists have both incorporated concepts from previous researchers and developed new ideas of their own. A breadth of psychological approaches are considered, from Freud and Jung to contemporary brain studies, giving readers an appreciation of the wide range of theories regarding this fascinating area of study.

Dream Psychology

Dream Psychology
Author: Sigmund Freud
Publisher: BookRix
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2019-01-09
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 3736807678

This classic work by the Father of Psychoanalysis, is essential reading for any serious student of psychology. Dr. Freud covers the hidden meanings within our dreams, especially repressed sexual desires, the purpose of our conscious and unconscious minds, and the importance of dreams to our wellbeing. This title is, in essence, a comprehensive analysis of Freud's psychoanalytical studies, research and empirical observations. Freud begins by explaining the meaning of dreams through presentations of varied real examples. He then proceeds to explain the causes of dreams and their relation to past and on-going events in our lives, he analyses dream elements, and then explores specified topics such as sexual thoughts in dreams and humans desires and wishes.

The Psychology of Dreaming

The Psychology of Dreaming
Author: Josie Malinowski
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 154
Release: 2020-10-07
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1315516632

Why do we dream? What is the connection between our dreams and our mental health? Can we teach ourselves to have lucid dreams? The Psychology of Dreaming delves into the last 100 years of dream research to provide a thought-provoking introduction to what happens in our minds when we sleep. It looks at the role that dreaming plays in memory, problem-solving, and processing emotions, examines how trauma affects dreaming, and explores how we can use our dreams to understand ourselves better. Exploring extraordinary experiences like lucid dreaming, precognitive dreams, and sleep paralysis nightmares, alongside cutting-edge questions like whether it will ever be possible for androids to dream, The Psychology of Dreaming reveals some of the most fascinating aspects of our dreaming world.

Dreaming

Dreaming
Author: J. Allan Hobson
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 169
Release: 2005-04-21
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0192802151

In this fascinating book, Harvard researcher Hobson offers an intriguing look at the nightly odyssey through the illusory world of dreams. Hobson describes how the theory of dreaming has advanced dramatically over the past 50 years, sparked by the use of EEGs in the 1950s and by recent innovations in brain imaging. 20 illustrations.

Dreaming

Dreaming
Author: J. Allan Hobson
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2002
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780192804822

Focusing on dreaming to explain the mechanisms of sleep and sleep laboratory science, this book explores how the new science of dreaming is affecting theories in psychoanalysis, and how it is helping our understanding of the causes of mental illness.

A Dictionary of Dream Symbols

A Dictionary of Dream Symbols
Author: Eric Ackroyd
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2020-03-05
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1783253886

Did you know that dreams about houses symbolise exploration of the self. And that water symbolises fertility, creativity and potential. Dreams provide vital clues to hidden feelings, fears and desires; understanding your dreams can lead to greater self-awareness and self-healing. Each image that appears in a dream has a meaning and The Dream Dictionary is an invaluable, detailed guide to decoding these meanings. The book introduces the classic theories of Freud and Jung, to more recent ideas on dream analysis, it provides a wealth of background information on the study of dreams and on the images examined in the dictionary section. From abandonment to zodiacal signs, the comprehensive dictionary has more than 700 entries. Each entry gives a range of possible interpretations for a particular dream symbol, allowing you wide scope for deciphering your dream and for assessing its implications. Cross-referencing throughout, the dictionary allows you to examine all aspects of individual symbols.

Dreams

Dreams
Author: K. Bulkeley
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 390
Release: 2016-04-30
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1137085452

The recent centennial of the original publication of Sigmund Freud's The Interpretation of Dreams has generated a new wave of critical reappraisals of this monumental work. Considered one of the most important books in Western history, scholars from an astonishing variety of academic fields continue to wrestle with Freud's intricate theories and insights. Dreams is a long overdue collection of writing on dreams from many of the top scholars in religious studies, anthropology, and psychology departments. The volume is organized into three thematic sections: traditions, individuals and methods. The twenty-three articles highlight the most important theories, the most contentious debates, and the most far-reaching implications of this growing field of study.

Introduction to Social Dreaming

Introduction to Social Dreaming
Author: W. Gordon Lawrence
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2018-05-08
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0429915179

This book explains social dreaming by situating it in the context of thinking, culture, and knowledge and distinguishes how it differs from conventional, therapeutic dreaming, making the case for how it can be used in systems, like business organizations, educational institutions, and hospitals.

The Science of Dream Interpretation

The Science of Dream Interpretation
Author: Frederick L. Coolidge
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2022-09-30
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0323906621

The Science of Dream Interpretation presents a scientific, historic and psychological account of dream interpretation by introducing the biological and evolutionary foundations of sleep, dreams and dream interpretation. Chapters cover the theory of dream interpretation, the physiological and evolutionary reasons for sleep and dreaming, an overview of the role dreams and dream interpretation throughout history, including the cultural and religious significance of dreams, and how dreams interrupt sleep, including issues of insomnia, sleep walking, and more. The next few sections present influential dream theorists of the 20th century, including a review of their theories (Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, and Fritz Perls). The final section explains how dreams may be used to extract personal meanings and be utilized in psychotherapy, including case examples from actual psychotherapy sessions of the techniques used to interpret dreams. - Presents the evolutionary history of sleep and dreams - Discusses the psychotherapeutic techniques of Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung and Fritz Perls in relation to dream psychology - Reviews the historical and cultural significance of sleep and dreams - Examines common and uncommon sleep and dream problems such as insomnia, sleep walking and REM sleep disorder - Includes actual case examples from psychotherapy sessions

Sleep, Dreaming & Sleep Disorders

Sleep, Dreaming & Sleep Disorders
Author: William H. Moorcroft
Publisher: University Press of America
Total Pages: 512
Release: 1993
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780819192516

This is a comprehensive review of sleep, dreaming, sleep disorders, and the functions of sleep and dreams. It is designed as a text for undergraduates in psychology, biology, nursing and related areas. The author discusses sleep under the headings of measurement, homeostatic, rhythmic, physiology, and sleep in animals. Dreaming is examined in the nature of dreams, dream theories, and dream interpretation.