Napping brain reveals weakened connections in new study
NCT ID NCT03058159
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looked at how a 40-minute afternoon nap affects connections between brain regions involved in daydreaming and self-awareness. Researchers scanned the brains of 55 healthy adults before and after napping to see if these connections weakened. They also compared people who often remember their dreams to those who rarely do.
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