Question: Do you think people dream more when they're stressed?

Sample Answer (The AREA technique):

Answer: It is possible that people may dream more or experience more vivid dreams when they are stressed.

Reason: Stress can affect our sleep patterns and emotional state, which in turn might influence the content and frequency of our dreams. Dreams can act as a way for our minds to process and cope with stressors or unresolved emotions.

Example: For instance, someone going through a high-stress period at work might find themselves dreaming about work-related scenarios, which could be their brain's way of processing and resolving the stress they are experiencing.

Alternative: However, the relationship between stress and dreaming can vary from person to person, and other factors, such as sleep quality, mental health, and lifestyle habits, can also play a role in determining the nature and frequency of an individual's dreams.