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Dreams as a By-Product

Dreams as a By-Product

Hobson and McCarley proposed activation-synthesis theory in 1977. It is a biological explanation that describes dreams as a by-product of brain activity during REM sleep.

9.1.5 Activation Synthesis Theory (Hobson and McCarley, 1977) Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Psychology
  3. /9.1.5 Activation Synthesis Theory (Hobson and McCarley, 1977)

Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Psychology 9.1.5 Activation Synthesis Theory (Hobson and McCarley, 1977). Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the more concrete compulsory topics like memory and development before tackling evaluation-heavy optional topics and research methods.

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