As you sleep through the night, REM sleep _________________, whereas deep sleep (stages 3 & 4) _____________.
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REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep is a stage where dreaming occurs and is characterized by increased brain activity, while deep sleep (stages 3 & 4) is a restorative phase with slower brain waves. Show more…
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