Why Do We Dream in Color — or Why Don’t We?

Some people dream in color, others don’t. It’s like watching a movie: some see the colors as bright and vivid, while others only see the outlines and shadows. This depends on how your brain works when you sleep. Scientists think it might be related to how well your brain processes color during the day. If your brain is really good at seeing colors, you’re more likely to dream in color too.

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  1. A boy who loves colorful cartoons might see them in his dreams too.
  2. A woman who reads black-and-white books all day might dream in shades of gray.
  3. Children often dream in color, while older people may have more monochrome dreams.

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