Chapter 7 Altered States of Consciousness Review

Hypnosis and meditation are both forms of sleep.

• True

• False

Psychologists do not agree about the nature of hypnosis, although all agree that it is a useful therapeutic practice.

• True

• False

Hypnosis puts people in a trance-like state, similar to Stage IV sleep.

• True

• False

By generating thought processes, daydreaming may help us to improve our

• sleep patterns.

• circadian rhythms.

• creativity.

• physical health.

Like most adults, Samantha spends 75 percent of her sleep time in

• active sleep.

• quiet sleep.

• deep sleep.

• dream sleep.

Which of the following best describes the practice of mindfulness meditation?

• Jane silently repeats the word “Om” to herself until she is completely relaxed.

• Graham is completely immersed in the present moment.

• Anjee is concentrating fully on breathing in and out in a careful rhythm.

• Raul is focusing on his body’s internal processes.

Which of the following is true of hypnosis?

• The hypnotized person can more easily remember things.

• The hypnotized person can cooperate but cannot be convinced to do things against his or her will.

• The hypnotized person does not initiate activities.

• All of the above are true.

Malcolm often experiences overwhelming feelings of sleepiness. In fact, Malcolm has been known to fall asleep at his desk. He may be suffering from

• sleep apnea.

• narcolepsy.

• insomnia.

• night terrors.

Some researchers believe we sleep in order to

• recover from exhaustion and stress.

• conserve energy.

• clear our minds of useless information.

• All of the above are correct.

Which of the following is the greatest risk associated with the abuse of psychoactive drugs?

• loss of control

• death or injury

• loss of income

• irreparable damage to the mind