Sleep Wake DisordersRRFNCT06440226
Testing Methods to Increase the Frequency of Lucid Dreaming
An observational study of Sleep Wake Disorders, run by Abdulraheem Mohamed Gouda at 1 site in United Kingdom.
Trial 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. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 30 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Sleep Wake Disorders
- What is being tested?
- Eye Movement Technique, Memory Recall of Previous Night's Thoughts and Recall of Previous Lucid Dreams
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- How many people
- 101 participants
- Where
- 1 siteUnited Kingdom
- Study dates
- 9 Jan 2024to 2 May 2024
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 30 years
- All sexes
- Adult
Study population: Young, healthy, individuals with no previous record of medical sleep conditions.
Who may be able to join
- Normal blood pressure, Healthy weight, no record of sleep apnea, no difficulty sleeping, ages between 18-30 only.
Who cannot join
- Overweight(muscle being taken into consideration, not using BMI), high or low blood pressure,
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Behaviors Of Boredom, Memory, and Wakefulness, and Their Relation to Determining the Frequency of Lucid Dreaming
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.
Read the detailed description
This detailed study explores the profound impact of lucid dreaming on individuals and assesses various techniques designed to intentionally induce lucid dreams. Lucid dreaming, where dreamers are aware that they are dreaming and can often control their dreams' content, has long intrigued both the scientific community and the general public due to its potential for deep psychological insight and self-improvement.
The primary objective of the research was to investigate methods that could significantly increase the likelihood of inducing lucid dreams.
In continuation, the study explores various methodologies aimed at increasing the probability of individuals intentionally inducing lucid dreams. Techniques such as targeted memory reactivation, where dreamers set intentions before sleep, are scrutinized for their effectiveness. The research examines how these methods align with neuroscientific understandings of sleep phases, particularly REM sleep when lucid dreaming most frequently occurs. The correlation between sleep quality, dream recall frequency, and the propensity to experience lucid dreams is highlighted, proposing that enhancing one's sleep hygiene could indirectly foster the conditions suitable for lucid dreaming.
Analyzing extensive scientific literature and experimental data, the study discusses the uses of lucid dreaming as a cognitive tool. It examines scenarios that promote problem-solving and creative thinking through conscious navigation and manipulation of dream content. This allows individuals to rehearse skills, resolve conflicts, and explore creative avenues that may not be accessible in waking life.
Lastly, these approaches offer individuals practical tools to harness the power of lucid dreaming for personal growth and self-discovery. The study emphasizes the importance of intentionality in entering the lucid dreaming state and maintaining a mindset conducive to this during waking hours. The capacity to engage in lucid dreaming is presented as a meaningful pursuit that can contribute to one's mental health and creative expression, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of this complex cognitive phenomenon.
- Conditions
- Sleep Wake Disorders
- Being tested
- Eye Movement Technique, Memory Recall of Previous Night's Thoughts, Recall of Previous Lucid Dreams
- Keywords
- sleep, sleep disorder, lucid dreaming, dreams, sleep hygiene
- Medical subject headings
- Sleep Wake Disorders, Sleep Hygiene
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Eye Movement TechniqueBehavioural
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.
Memory Recall of Previous Night's ThoughtsBehavioural
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.
Recall of Previous Lucid DreamsBehavioural
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.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Placebo Group | Detailed in study, no dosages, no drugs used. | |
| Actual Group | Detailed in study, no dosages, no drugs used. Receives: 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. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
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.
Measured: 4 months
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted3 Jun 2024
- Study start9 Jan 2024
- Primary completion26 Apr 2024
- Study completion2 May 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Sleep Wake DisordersStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Retrospective
- Enrolment
- 101 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Abdulraheem Mohamed Gouda
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Abdulraheem Mohamed Gouda, Reserology Research Foundation
- Investigators
- Abdelraheem Mohamed, Study chair, Reserology Research Foundation
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06440226
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- ReserologyRF
- Other IDs
- Grantee 000010000
- Acronym
- RRF
- Status last verified
- May 2024
- First submitted
- 21 May 2024
- Last updated
- 3 Jun 2024
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Privacy reasons as requested by participants when signed up contractually.
Publications
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.
PubMed 21570037
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 3 Jun 2024. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Behaviors Of Boredom, Memory, and Wakefulness, and Their Relation to Determining the Frequency of Lucid Dreaming
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06440226
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- RRF / ReserologyRF
- Conditions
- Sleep Wake Disorders
- Keywords
- sleep, sleep disorder, lucid dreaming, dreams, sleep hygiene
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 101 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Abdulraheem Mohamed GoudaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 9 Jan 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 26 Apr 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 2 May 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 3 Jun 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
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.
Detailed description
This detailed study explores the profound impact of lucid dreaming on individuals and assesses various techniques designed to intentionally induce lucid dreams. Lucid dreaming, where dreamers are aware that they are dreaming and can often control their dreams' content, has long intrigued both the scientific community and the general public due to its potential for deep psychological insight and self-improvement.
The primary objective of the research was to investigate methods that could significantly increase the likelihood of inducing lucid dreams.
In continuation, the study explores various methodologies aimed at increasing the probability of individuals intentionally inducing lucid dreams. Techniques such as targeted memory reactivation, where dreamers set intentions before sleep, are scrutinized for their effectiveness. The research examines how these methods align with neuroscientific understandings of sleep phases, particularly REM sleep when lucid dreaming most frequently occurs. The correlation between sleep quality, dream recall frequency, and the propensity to experience lucid dreams is highlighted, proposing that enhancing one's sleep hygiene could indirectly foster the conditions suitable for lucid dreaming.
Analyzing extensive scientific literature and experimental data, the study discusses the uses of lucid dreaming as a cognitive tool. It examines scenarios that promote problem-solving and creative thinking through conscious navigation and manipulation of dream content. This allows individuals to rehearse skills, resolve conflicts, and explore creative avenues that may not be accessible in waking life.
Lastly, these approaches offer individuals practical tools to harness the power of lucid dreaming for personal growth and self-discovery. The study emphasizes the importance of intentionality in entering the lucid dreaming state and maintaining a mindset conducive to this during waking hours. The capacity to engage in lucid dreaming is presented as a meaningful pursuit that can contribute to one's mental health and creative expression, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of this complex cognitive phenomenon.
Study design
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Retrospective
- Number of arms
- 3
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Placebo Group | – | –Detailed in study, no dosages, no drugs used. |
| Actual Group | – | Behavioral: Eye Movement Technique, Behavioral: Memory Recall of Previous Night's Thoughts, Behavioral: Recall of Previous Lucid DreamsDetailed in study, no dosages, no drugs used. |
| Standard Assessment Group | – | –Detailed in study, no dosages, no drugs used. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 30 years
- Sex
- All
- Age groups
- Adult
- Study population
- Young, healthy, individuals with no previous record of medical sleep conditions.
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Normal blood pressure, Healthy weight, no record of sleep apnea, no difficulty sleeping, ages between 18-30 only.
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Overweight(muscle being taken into consideration, not using BMI), high or low blood pressure,
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Eye Movement TechniqueParticipants 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. | Behavioural | Actual Group |
| Memory Recall of Previous Night's ThoughtsAnother 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. | Behavioural | Actual Group |
| Recall of Previous Lucid DreamsParticipants 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. | Behavioural | Actual Group |
Primary outcome
Testing the likelihood of Lucid Dreaming in Participants
Time frame: 4 months
Measuring the likelihood of lucid dreaming with the implementation of the methods mentioned in the behavioural section of this study.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 3 Jun 2024.
- Results publication: PubMed 21570037Greenwald 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.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Privacy reasons as requested by participants when signed up contractually.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Abdelraheem Mohamed study chair
Reserology Research Foundation
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Sleep Wake Disorders, run by Abdulraheem Mohamed Gouda at 1 site in United Kingdom.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 3 Jun 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in United Kingdom. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Testing the likelihood of Lucid Dreaming in Participants (time frame: 4 months). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06440226, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 3 Jun 2024.