Dream Precognition
Dream precognition refers to dreams that appear to contain information about future events.
Overview
Such experiences are often reported in anecdotal accounts. They are studied in parapsychology and anomalistic psychology.
Key Insight
Dream precognition claims raise questions about time, memory, and coincidence.
Scientific Status
Studied in parapsychology but not widely accepted by mainstream science.
How Researchers Study It
Dream diaries, surveys, and controlled experiments; replication has been controversial.
Quick Facts
- Field
- parapsychology
- Related Concepts
- precognition, dreams
- Typical Context
- anomalous experience research
Related Terms
FAQ
Is dream precognition scientifically supported?
Mainstream science does not accept precognition; most researchers attribute reports to coincidence or memory bias.