How Does an MRI Work?
MRI scans use powerful magnets and radio waves to look at the structures inside your brain.
While MRIs can show us where brain activity occurs, they don’t capture thoughts or dreams.
Dreams occur in different stages of sleep, mainly during REM sleep, which an MRI can't specifically visualize.
MRIs can detect changes in blood flow in the brain, which helps doctors see which areas are more active.
No, MRIs cannot read your mind or see your dreams. They only show physical and functional information about your brain.
While MRIs are powerful, the human brain keeps its thoughts and dreams private.
your dreams remain yours alone, unseen by doctors or any machines.