Paradoxical Sleep (Noun)
Meaning
A recurring sleep state during which dreaming occurs; a state of rapidly shifting eye movements during sleep.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Paradoxical sleep is a stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements and vivid dreams.
- During paradoxical sleep, the brain's neurotransmitters are deactivated, making it difficult to wake up.
- Research suggests that paradoxical sleep plays an essential role in memory consolidation and learning.
- The brain waves during paradoxical sleep are similar to those during wakefulness, which is why it's also known as active sleep.
- Paradoxical sleep typically occurs in cycles throughout the night, with each cycle lasting around 90-120 minutes.