Evidence that dreams reflect the brain maturation and style of thinking associated with a dreamer's age and life experience would best support the ________ theory of dream content.

A) wish-fulfillment
B) neural activation
C) memory consolidation
D) cognitive development

Cognitive Development

The method individuals use to comprehend, process, and acquire knowledge about their environment through the combined effects of inherited traits and acquired experiences.

Neural Activation

The process by which neurons in the brain are stimulated to communicate via electrical and chemical signals.

Memory Consolidation

The process by which short-term memories are stabilized and stored as long-term memories.