Question #55a8b
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We don't know.
Explanation:
The human brain is a weird little guy. After all these years, researchers still don't know many aspects about it and a lot about it. We still aren't 100% sure function of sleep and how and why we sleep.
But, there are a lot of theories on why we dream. Some current theories suggest that dreaming is:
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A component and form of memory processing, aiding in the consolidation of learning and short-term memory to long-term memory storage.
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An extension of waking consciousness, reflecting the experiences of waking life.
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A means by which the mind works through difficult, complicated, unsettling thoughts, emotions, and experiences, to achieve psychological and emotional balance.
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The brain responding to biochemical changes and electrical impulses that occur during sleep.
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A form of consciousness that unites past, present and future in processing information from the first two, and preparing for the third.
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A protective act by the brain to prepare itself to face threats, dangers and challenges.
For a very long time, there is most likely not going to be a specific reason why we dream or how we sleep.
