The video “Why do we dream? – Amy Adkins” explores the fascinating mystery of dreaming and the many theories that attempt to explain its purpose. Despite centuries of curiosity, science still does not have one clear answer, but several explanations shed light on why humans dream. Sigmund Freud suggested that dreams reveal our unconscious desires, fears, and emotions, acting as a safe space to explore hidden thoughts. Other researchers propose that dreams help the brain process daily experiences, organize memories, and prepare for future challenges. Some scientists argue that dreaming serves a biological function, keeping neural pathways active and healthy, especially important in children. Another influential idea is the activation-synthesis theory, which claims that dreams are the brain’s way of making sense of random neural activity during sleep.