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Sleep Architecture Disruption

Meaning

Sleep Architecture Disruption is the pathological alteration of the normal cyclical pattern and proportion of the distinct sleep stages, including NREM (stages N1, N2, N3/slow-wave sleep) and REM sleep. This disruption prevents the brain and body from completing the necessary restorative processes, leading to impaired cognitive function, hormonal dysregulation, and metabolic stress. It is a critical factor in chronic health decline, often manifesting as non-restorative sleep despite adequate time in bed.