What Is Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep

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Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep is a sleep stage characterised by rapid eye movements behind closed eyelids, increased brain activity

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REM is most commonly associated with vivid, often unpleasant dreams with vocal sounds

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Brain waves during REM sleep resemble those seen when awake, indicating high brain activity

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About 20 percent of sleep is spent in REM sleep, the usual time for dreaming, which occurs primarily during the second half of the night

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The onset of REM sleep behavior disorder is often gradual and it can get worse with time

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Symptoms may include movement, such as kicking, punching, arm flailing or jumping from bed

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It also includes noises, such as talking, laughing, shouting, emotional outcries or even cursing

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If you have any of the symptoms or are experiencing other problems sleeping, talk to your doctor

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