Testing Methods to Increase the Frequency of Lucid Dreaming

NCT06440226 | Completed

• 2 other identifiers: ReserologyRFGrantee 000010000
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 101
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This study investigates the impact of lucid dreaming on individuals and explores methods to increase the likelihood of inducing lucid dreams intentionally. This study explores the impact of lucid dreaming on individuals, examining how this unique state of consciousness affects mental and emotional well-being. It further explores various methods aimed at increasing the likelihood of intentionally inducing lucid dreams. By analyzing scientific literature and experimental findings, the research highlights the potential therapeutic and creative benefits of lucid dreaming. Additionally, the study offers practical techniques designed to enhance the frequency of lucid dreams, such as maintaining a dream journal, eye movement before sleep, and recall of memories. These approaches provide individuals with tools to harness the power of lucid dreaming for personal growth and self-discovery.This study highlights the potential benefits of lucid dreaming and provides practical techniques for enhancing its frequency.

Conditions

Sleep Wake Disorders

Keywords

sleep; sleep disorder; lucid dreaming; dreams; sleep hygiene

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Testing the likelihood of Lucid Dreaming in Participants

  Measuring the likelihood of lucid dreaming with the implementation of the methods mentioned in the behavioural section of this study.

  4 months

Study Arms (3)

Placebo Group

Detailed in study, no dosages, no drugs used.

Actual Group

Detailed in study, no dosages, no drugs used.

Behavioral: Eye Movement Technique; Behavioral: Memory Recall of Previous Night's Thoughts; Behavioral: Recall of Previous Lucid Dreams

Standard Assessment Group

Detailed in study, no dosages, no drugs used.

Interventions

Eye Movement Technique BEHAVIORAL

Participants were instructed to move their eyes as much as possible with their eyes closed just before falling asleep. This technique aimed to mimic the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep phase, which is often associated with more vivid and memorable dreams.

Actual Group

Memory Recall of Previous Night's Thoughts BEHAVIORAL

Another intervention involved asking participants to recall and think about their thoughts or events from the previous night before going to sleep. This method engaged cognitive processes related to memory and reflection, potentially setting the stage for increased awareness during sleep.

Actual Group

Recall of Previous Lucid Dreams BEHAVIORAL

Participants were also asked to recall their lucid dreams from previous nights. This intervention seemed to activate memory and awareness related to dreaming, which significantly increased the likelihood of experiencing lucid dreams the following night.

Actual Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 30 Years
• Sex: all
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Probability Sample

Study Population

Young, healthy, individuals with no previous record of medical sleep conditions.

You may qualify if:

• Normal blood pressure, Healthy weight, no record of sleep apnea, no difficulty sleeping, ages between 18-30 only.

You may not qualify if:

• Overweight(muscle being taken into consideration, not using BMI), high or low blood pressure,

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Abdulraheem Mohamed Gouda: lead

Study Sites (1)

Reserology Research

London, DN3 6GB, United Kingdom

Location

Related Publications (1)

• Greenwald B, Lombard LA, Watanabe TK. Managing sleepiness after traumatic brain injury. PM R. 2011 May;3(5):480-5. doi: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2011.04.010. No abstract available.

  PMID: 21570037 RESULT

Biospecimen

Retention: SAMPLES WITH DNA

All records of participants and randomly selected individuals are kept.

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Sleep Wake Disorders; Sleep Hygiene

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Nervous System Diseases; Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms; Mental Disorders; Health Behavior; Behavior

Study Officials

• Abdelraheem Mohamed

  Reserology Research Foundation

  STUDY CHAIR

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: RETROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Research Director

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: May 21, 2024
• First Posted: June 3, 2024
• Study Start: January 9, 2024
• Primary Completion: April 26, 2024
• Study Completion: May 2, 2024
• Last Updated: June 3, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-05

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

GB (1)