Since Jessica suffered a head injury in a car accident 3 months ago, she has not experienced dreams as she had in the past. She used to dream vivid, active dreams. Which part of her brain most likely was affected during the car accident and is related to her problem dreaming?

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The pons is part of the brainstem that plays a key role in sleep and dreaming, particularly in regulating REM sleep, during which dreaming typically occurs. Damage to the pons can disrupt normal sleep patterns and the ability to dream.

Since Jessica Suffered a Head Injury in a Car Accident