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The central aim is to explore the connections between consciousness, dreams, and the origins of religion through a scientific lens.

February 19, 2026Open Access

Consciousness, Dream, and Evolution: A Scientific Perspective on Religion through the Schizoid Process

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The central aim is to explore the connections between consciousness, dreams, and the origins of religion through a scientific lens.
Examined the relationship between consciousness and dreams
Analyzed the schizoid process and its effects on cognition
Utilized symbolic cognition and internal radiation theory
Proposed that religious structures arise from subconscious processing during schizoid states
Reframed mystical experiences as cognitive phenomena
Suggested a new evolutionary role for dreams and symbolic art in understanding spirituality

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This paper presents a novel hypothesis linking consciousness, dreams, and evolution by scientifically examining the origins of religion through the schizoid process. Drawing on symbolic cognition, internal radiation theory, and dream analysis, the study proposes that religious structures emerge from subconscious symbolic processing in schizoid states. By reframing mystical experiences as cognitive phenomena, this work offers a scientific model for understanding spiritual narratives and suggests a new evolutionary function for symbolic art and dreams.

Consciousness, Dream, and Evolution: A Scientific Perspective on Religion through the Schizoid Process

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