Dream suppression
Dream suppression can be described as a suppression of the vividness, intensity, frequency, and recollection of one's dreams. At its lower levels, this can be a partial suppression which results in one having dreams of a lesser intensity and a lower rate of frequency. However, at its higher levels, this can be a complete suppression which results in one not experiencing any dreams at all.
In the context of psychoactive substance usage, this effect can occur when certain compounds are ingested before a person sleeps. It is most commonly experienced under the influence of cannabis and other cannabinoids. This is due to the way in which they reduce REM sleep,[1][2] the phase of sleep in which most dreams occur.
Psychoactive substances
Compounds within our psychoactive substance index which may cause this effect include:
See also
References
- ↑ Effect of illicit recreational drugs upon sleep: cocaine, ecstasy and marijuana (ncbi) | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18313952
- ↑ Effects of high dosage delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol on sleep patterns in man (ncbi) | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/164314