What actually happens to our brains while we sleep?
In short: This video explores the biological mechanics of sleep, examining how our brain functions during rest and the various ways these essential processes can malfunction.
The video investigates the fundamental question of why we sleep and the complex biological mechanisms behind it. It specifically examines the role of Rapid Eye Movement (REM) and the nature of our dreams, while also addressing the various ways sleep can malfunction.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: To Sleep, Perchance to Dream: Crash Course Psychology #9
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