Psychology 102 - Sleep Review

Which brain region is primarily responsible for regulating the sleep-wake cycle?

• Hippocampus

• Hypothalamus

• Amygdala

• Cerebellum

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does the circadian rhythm influence sleep patterns?

• It determines the exact time we fall asleep.

• It regulates the timing of sleep and wakefulness over a 24-hour period.

• It controls the duration of each sleep stage.

• It has no impact on sleep patterns.

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Identify the correct sequence of the stages of the sleep cycle.

• REM, NREM Stage 1, NREM Stage 2, NREM Stage 3

• NREM Stage 1, NREM Stage 2, NREM Stage 3, REM

• NREM Stage 3, NREM Stage 2, NREM Stage 1, REM

• NREM Stage 2, NREM Stage 1, NREM Stage 3, REM

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Which hormone is primarily responsible for promoting sleep?

• Cortisol

• Melatonin

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

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What is the impact of sleep disorders on cognitive function?

• They have no impact on cognitive function.

• They can lead to improved cognitive function.

• They can impair memory, attention, and decision-making.

• They only affect physical health, not cognitive function.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Explain how the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) influences the sleep-wake cycle.

• The SCN releases melatonin directly into the bloodstream.

• The SCN receives light signals from the eyes and regulates melatonin production.

• The SCN controls the release of cortisol to induce sleep.

• The SCN has no role in the sleep-wake cycle.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Analyze the role of adenosine in sleep regulation.

• Adenosine levels decrease during wakefulness and increase during sleep.

• Adenosine levels increase during wakefulness and decrease during sleep.

• Adenosine has no role in sleep regulation.

• Adenosine levels remain constant throughout the day.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Evaluate the effects of blue light exposure on circadian rhythm.

• Blue light exposure has no effect on circadian rhythm.

• Blue light exposure can delay the onset of sleep by suppressing melatonin production.

• Blue light exposure can advance the onset of sleep by increasing melatonin production.

• Blue light exposure only affects vision, not sleep.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Discuss the relationship between REM sleep and memory consolidation.

• REM sleep has no role in memory consolidation.

• REM sleep is crucial for consolidating procedural and emotional memories.

• REM sleep only consolidates short-term memories.

• REM sleep disrupts memory consolidation.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which sleep disorder is characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep?

• Narcolepsy

• Insomnia

• Sleep apnea

• Restless leg syndrome

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept