Is it normal to dream less as you get older?
Mostly.Normal for most people
Yes—many people remember fewer dreams as they get older. You’re probably still dreaming; you may just wake up less often during or right after a dream, so it doesn’t stick in your memory.
It can feel like you dream less with age, but dreaming and remembering dreams aren’t the same thing. Most dreams are forgotten quickly, and changes in sleep patterns can make dream memories harder to catch.
People vary a lot: some remember dreams vividly well into old age, while others rarely recall them at any age. If you’re sleeping well and feel rested, remembering fewer dreams is usually just a normal shift—not a sign that anything is wrong.