REM sleep, or paradoxical sleep, is one of the five stages of the human sleep cycle, the others being non-REM sleep stages 1 through 4. REM stands for "Rapid Eye Movement," which is one of the distinguishing features of this sleep stage.

The REM phase is often associated with the most vivid dreams due to the intense brain activity that occurs during this period. This phase of sleep is characterized by rapid and jerky eye movements, increased breathing rate, and increased heart rate. In addition, it is common to observe muscle atonia during REM sleep, that is, a temporary paralysis of the body's muscles that prevents individuals from acting physically during their dreams.

REM sleep occurs several times throughout the night, in cycles of about 90 minutes. The first REM phase typically occurs about 90 minutes after you fall asleep. As the night progresses, REM sleep periods become progressively longer, with the longest REM sleep period typically occurring just before waking up.

REM sleep is crucial for cognitive and emotional health. It is linked to memory consolidation, emotional processing, learning, and creativity.

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