Lucidity
Lucidity refers to a state of mental clarity and awareness.
Overview
Key Insight
Lucid dreaming is the best-studied form of lucidity in an altered state.
Scientific Status
Lucid dreaming is well documented; broader uses of lucidity are studied in contemplative and clinical contexts.
How Researchers Study It
Sleep studies for lucid dreaming; self-report and behavioural measures for waking lucidity.
Quick Facts
- Field
- sleep research, psychology
- Related Concepts
- lucid dream, awareness
- Typical Context
- dreaming and consciousness
Related Terms
FAQ
Is lucidity the same as lucid dreaming?
Lucid dreaming is one form of lucidity; the term can also refer to clarity of mind in general.