In Freud's Shadow

The transcript discusses the evolution of sleep science from a novelty to a recognized scientific field over the past 30-40 years. It highlights the challenges in studying dreams due to their ephemeral nature and the influence of Freud's non-empirical theories. Recent advancements, such as FMRI, have bridged generational gaps in the field. However, a division remains between empirical sleep science and non-empirical psychoanalysis.

What has been a significant challenge in the study of dreams according to the transcript?

• Lack of interest from scientists

• The ephemeral nature of dreams

• Over-reliance on technology

• Insufficient funding for research

How has the field of sleep science changed in the past 20-25 years?

• It has focused more on psychoanalysis

• It has seen a decline in research

• It has embraced modern technologies like FMRI

• It has become less empirical

What is a cultural gap mentioned in the transcript within the field of psychology?

• Between different branches of science

• Between traditional and modern approaches

• Between different age groups

• Between different countries

What is a key difference between sleep science and psychoanalysis as discussed in the transcript?

• Both are equally empirical

• Neither is empirical

• Psychoanalysis is more empirical

• Sleep science is more empirical

Why might sleep science and psychoanalysis remain separate fields?

• Due to similar methodologies

• Because of their differing empirical foundations

• Because they study the same phenomena

• Due to lack of interest in collaboration