Is there a link between dream and language?

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of animals dreaming and the potential connection between dreams and language. It is suggested that since animals can dream without the use of language, they may also be capable of thinking without words and experiencing consciousness. The origin of language is mentioned, with a question about whether there are any studies linking dreams to the origin of language. It is also proposed that language may limit brain capability and that dreams may have no logical explanation due to the lack of rational thought during sleep.
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C. Bernard
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Animals dream and have no word, so articulate language is not necessary to dream and may be to think.
Since one preceded the other, may be there is a relation.
 
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We dream what we experience.
Dogs dream of running. Cats dream of catching mice. (we think)
 
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C. Bernard said:
Animals dream and have no word, so articulate language is not necessary to dream and may be to think.
Since one preceded the other, may be there is a relation.
What study are you basing this off of? Please post a link to the study or studies and a small quote to the specific area of the study that your question comes from. This forum isn't for "random thoughts".

Thank you.
 
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The origin of language is still unknown.
My question should have been: are there any studies linking dreams to the origine of language.
The fact that aninals dream without the benefit of words suggest to me that they also think without words and even may have some sort of consciousness.
Animals growl when they sleep, people too and since language must have started somewhere, i posit this is a serious possibility worth digging in.
Random thoughts, unless they are meaningless should, in my opinion, be permitted.
 
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Words (and hence language)might be limiting brain capability.Man has a developed rational centre in prefrontal cortex I think.Dreams have many explanations .One old explanation is that while sleeping,connection of prefrontal cortex is closed and no rational check is there so dreams may have no logic to us about their content.
 

1. Is there scientific evidence to support a link between dreams and language?

Yes, there have been numerous studies that have shown a strong connection between dreams and language. Research has found that language centers in the brain are active during REM sleep, the stage in which most dreams occur. Additionally, brain imaging studies have shown that the same regions of the brain that are responsible for processing language are also activated during dreaming.

2. Can our dreams be influenced by the languages we speak?

Yes, our dreams can be influenced by the languages we speak. Studies have shown that individuals who are bilingual or multilingual may experience different dream content depending on the language they speak. For example, a person who speaks both English and Spanish may have dreams that incorporate elements of both languages.

3. How does language impact dream recall?

Language can play a role in dream recall, as individuals who are more proficient in a language are more likely to remember and understand the content of their dreams. This is because language allows us to process and make sense of our thoughts and experiences, including those that occur during dreaming.

4. Can our dreams help us learn a new language?

While research on this topic is ongoing, some studies have suggested that dreams may play a role in language learning. Dreams may help with language acquisition by reinforcing vocabulary and grammar, as well as providing a safe environment for practicing new language skills without fear of making mistakes.

5. Is there a connection between dream interpretation and language?

Many theories of dream interpretation rely on the use of language to make sense of the symbols and themes present in dreams. Language allows us to assign meaning and significance to our dreams, and can help us understand the underlying messages and emotions that our dreams are trying to communicate.

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