The Percentage of Time Spent in REM Sleep Increases During

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The percentage of time spent in REM sleep increases during childhood and adolescence, remains stable throughout middle adulthood, and decreases during late adulthood.

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Definitions:

Oxygenated Blood

Blood rich in oxygen, typically found in the arteries, which has been oxygenated in the lungs and is being transported to body tissues.

Diastolic Pressure

A measure of blood pressure between contractions of the heart.

Systolic Pressure

A measure of blood pressure generated by the heart’s contraction.

Cardiovascular Risk

The potential likelihood of an individual developing heart disease or stroke, influenced by factors such as high blood pressure, cholesterol levels, smoking, and diabetes.