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Why when i go to bed sometimes i dream after i fall asleep? rem sleep is later, not immediatly...
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REM is later stage: REM sleeps occurs ~ 90 minutes after the onset of sleep. This is the time when intense dreaming occurs.
Answered 8/26/2014
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REM: REM sleep occurs throughout the night, however more predominantly later night/early morning. During this type of sleep most memorable dreaming occurs. Normal REM latency is approximately 1 - 1 1/2 hours however can occur earlier in various conditions such as Narcolepsy, depression and certain medications.
Answered 9/29/2016
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