Why Do People Have Different Kinds of Dreams?

People dream different things because their brains do different work while they sleep. Some people’s brains make up wild stories, like flying or being chased by monsters. Others might just think about the day they had or see pictures in their head. It all depends on what parts of the brain are busy when you're asleep.

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Examples

  1. When you're scared before bed, you might dream about being chased by monsters.
  2. If your brain is busy thinking about school, you might dream about flying on a spaceship.
  3. Relaxing in the evening can lead to simple dreams like walking through a park.

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