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This is distinct from an awakening, which is an arousal that lasts for more than 15 seconds.
 
This is distinct from an awakening, which is an arousal that lasts for more than 15 seconds.
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Arousal

An Arousal is an abrupt change from a "deeper" stage of non-REM sleep to a "lighter" stage (Normally to stage 1).

This is distinct from an awakening, which is an arousal that lasts for more than 15 seconds.