A narrative review on the neurobiology of lucid dreaming: mechanisms and therapeutic potential

Although evidence remains preliminary, LD shows promise as a therapeutic remedy for PTSD and anxiety symptoms, including a reduction in nightmares. It combines neuroscience and self-agency, highlighting the need for more funding and public awareness campaigns to harness its scientific and clinical prospects. Larger randomized trials with a variety of groups and standardized induction techniques are necessary to verify long-term efficacy and safety.

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Annals of Medicine and Surgery
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2026-01-21
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https://doi.org/10.1097/ms9.0000000000004741
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Sleep and Wakefulness Research
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A narrative review on the neurobiology of lucid dreaming: mechanisms and therapeutic potential

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A narrative review on the neurobiology of lucid dreaming: mechanisms and therapeutic potential

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Although evidence remains preliminary, LD shows promise as a therapeutic remedy for PTSD and anxiety symptoms, including a reduction in nightmares. It combines neuroscience and self-agency, highlighting the need for more funding and public awareness campaigns to harness its scientific and clinical prospects. Larger randomized trials with a variety of groups and standardized induction techniques are necessary to verify long-term efficacy and safety.

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