Sleep and Dreams

Front

This stage of sleep is characterized by rapid eye movements, high brain activity, vivid dreams, and a deep relaxation of the muscles:

Back

REM

Front

Besides energy levels, what else does sleep impact?

Back

Health, Mood, Memory

Front

Which sleep disorder is characterized by frequent interruptions of breathing during sleep and can be treated with a CPAP machine?

Back

Sleep apnea

Front

Which of the following statements is FALSE concerning dreams?
Emotional and dramatic dreams occur in the REM stage.
Only a small percentage of people dream every night.
Some people believe dreams have hidden meanings.
Although there are many theories, we do not know exactly why we dream.

Back

Only a small percentage of people dream every night.

Front

Which psychologist is given credit for popularizing dream interpretation?

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Sigmund Freud

Front

Which statement is FALSE regarding sleepwalking?
Sleepwalking is more common in children than in adults.
Sleepwalking occurs during REM sleep.
It is not dangerous to wake a sleepwalker.
Sleepwalking is very common.

Back

Sleepwalking occurs during REM sleep.

Front

Which of the following best describes a circadian rhythm?

Back

Our biological clock that determines when we feel sleepy or alert.

Front

People with this sleep disorder often find it difficult to stay awake for long periods of time, regardless of the circumstances:

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Narcolepsy

Front

True or false? Teenagers are recommended to sleep 8-10 hours per night.

Back

True

Front

Which stage of sleep is considered our deepest sleep that makes us feel well-rested and energetic the next day?

Back

Stage 3