How does Slow Wave Sleep differ from Rapid Eye Movement Sleep?
A) Slow Wave Sleep involves a general slowing of brain activity while Rapid Eye Movement Sleep involves some deactivated brain regions combined with some highly active brain regions
B) Slow Wave Sleep involves some deactivated brain regions combined with some highly active brain regions while Rapid Eye Movement Sleep involves a general slowing of brain activity
C) Slow Wave Sleep involves a temporary paralysis of muscle movement called atonia while Rapid Eye Movement Sleep involves some spontaneous movement
D) Slow Wave Sleep includes most of the dreaming stages of sleep while Rapid Eye Movement Sleep rarely includes dream stages

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Slow Wave Sleep (SWS) is characterized by a general slowing down of brain activity, whereas Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep is marked by a mix of highly active and some deactivated brain regions. REM sleep is also when most dreaming occurs, and it features rapid eye movements and muscle atonia to prevent acting out dreams.

How Does Slow Wave Sleep Differ from Rapid Eye Movement