Vol. 11, Issue 5, Part B (2025)

Abstract
This study investigated the relationship between dream content, psychological well-being, and affect in young adults. Utilizing established scales (MADRE, PANAS, and PWS) and employing various statistical analyses on a sample of 100 individuals, the research revealed a significant negative correlation between affect and psychological well-being, aligning with previous findings. However, no significant link was found between dream content and either psychological well-being or affect. Notably, females reported higher dream content than males, suggesting potential gender differences in dream experiences. While contradicting the continuity hypothesis that posits dreams directly reflect waking life, the study underscores the complexity of dream functions, including emotional regulation and memory consolidation. The findings highlight the importance of nuanced interpretations of dreams in relation to emotional health and have implications for therapeutic approaches in mental health care. Future research should explore the interplay of sleep quality and emotional regulation in understanding the role of dreams in psychological well-being.