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The Relationship between Lucid Dreaming and Well-Being : A Systematic Literature Review
Wessling, Jannik (2023) The Relationship between Lucid Dreaming and Well-Being : A Systematic Literature Review.
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| Abstract: | Background: Lucid dreaming (LD) gained attention as a potential contributor to well-being. However, there currently exists no systematic literature review of this relationship which sets the basis for this study. Aim: This systematic literature review aims to investigate the relationship between lucid dreaming and well-being. It also explores moderating and mediating factors. Method: A systematic literature search was conducted to identify studies that provided insight into the relationship between lucid dreaming and well-being. Eight studies met the inclusion criteria. These included five cross-sectional studies, a randomised controlled trial, a pre-experimental study, and a mixed methods study. The results were collection in an extraction form. Results: The findings indicate a positive relationship between lucid dreaming and hedonic/subjective well-being. Qualitative insights revealed that lucid dreaming can contribute to self-exploration, creativity, empowerment, and spiritual experiences and thus eudaimonic well-being. As moderators, life satisfaction, deliberacy of LD induction and LD operationalisation were identified. Moreover, LD application was identified as a possible underlying mechanism. Conclusion: While there is evidence supporting a positive association between LD and hedonic well-being, future research should investigate the impact of LD on specifically eudaimonic well-being. Additionally, the exploration of moderating factors and underlying mechanisms such as LD applications is recommended. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 77 psychology |
| Programme: | Psychology MSc (66604) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/97244 |
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