Thread: Teens have difficulty lucid dreaming?

Hello there!

First off, I believe this is my first post. I have been a long time lurker, but never posted. I have known about lucid dreaming for about a year now, and give light nightly attempts. (more on that later - I'll explain, and no, I have not attained lucidity)

I am a teenager, and I was wondering if there was a biological barrier that has prevented me from lucid dreaming. This is just a thought I have been playing around with. It certainly doesn't apply to everyone, however. I am sure many teens have mastered lucid dreaming. Please correct me if I am wrong with some of my information.

There are many fascinating studies that show the differences and developing areas of a teenager's brain vs. an adult or child's brain. Look them up on the great 'ol Google (I'll post some links in a little while). One of the main parts that begins to develop during the teenage years is the frontal lobe - logic center. Because this not fully developed, teens rely heavily on the instinct "gut feeling" part of the brain (more in the center). This explains why teens behavior is often....impulsive

(If you are a teen, I suggest you read some articles, it explains what is going on up there Parents - it is quite interesting, and explains why are destined to be in conflict with your child. It may bring some peace of mind. )

When dreaming, the logic center turns off in the brain, which is why crazy things occur without objection. Lucidity occurs when you realize the insanity, and your logic center becomes active. Now, if the logic center is underdeveloped, could this inhibit attaining lucidity?

While I won't go saying I have a fully developed logic center, and I want remain humble, I do believe that I am more mentally mature and smarter than most teenagers my age. This could be a flaw in the theory?

Once again, this is just a thought. If there is another thread similar to this, or an article that proves/disproves, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I have a gut feeling that this has already been discussed.

Please respond with your thoughts.
I am also setting up an age poll. I'm not a creeper looking for people's ages online, it is merely curiosity. If the results show something interesting, I may further pursue this.