REM sleep is super important for helping us remember things, especially our feelings and how to do tasks.
Emotional Memories: Studies show that about 60% of our memory fixing happens while we are in REM sleep. This helps us handle our emotions better and feel happier.
Procedural Memories: Other research shows that when people get REM sleep after learning new skills, they can do those tasks about 20% better!
Overall, getting about 90 minutes of REM sleep is key for our brains to work well and for us to remember things better.
REM sleep is super important for helping us remember things, especially our feelings and how to do tasks.
Emotional Memories: Studies show that about 60% of our memory fixing happens while we are in REM sleep. This helps us handle our emotions better and feel happier.
Procedural Memories: Other research shows that when people get REM sleep after learning new skills, they can do those tasks about 20% better!
Overall, getting about 90 minutes of REM sleep is key for our brains to work well and for us to remember things better.