AP Psychology_Unit 1 Vocabulary Quiz #4

NREM Stage 1

• The first stage of non-rapid eye movement sleep characterized by drifting in and out of sleep, lasting only a few minutes.

• The deepest stage of sleep where dreaming occurs.

• A stage of sleep where the body is completely awake and alert.

• The stage of sleep that occurs after REM sleep.

Caffeine

• A natural stimulant found in coffee, tea, and some sodas that increases alertness and reduces fatigue by blocking adenosine.

• A type of sugar found in fruits that provides energy.

• A synthetic drug used to treat anxiety and depression.

• A mineral that helps in muscle contraction and nerve function.

Jet Lag

• A temporary disruption of the body's circadian rhythm due to rapid travel across multiple time zones.

• A condition caused by excessive sleep during the day.

• A permanent change in the body's internal clock due to aging.

• A type of fatigue caused by lack of physical activity.

Withdrawal

• The process of gradually reducing the dosage of a psychoactive substance.

• The onset of symptoms when a person stops using a psychoactive substance after prolonged use.

• A method used to enhance the effects of a psychoactive substance.

• The psychological state of craving a substance without physical symptoms.

Somnambulism

• A sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness.

• A sleep disorder commonly known as sleepwalking, characterized by walking or performing other activities while still asleep.

• A condition where individuals experience vivid dreams during REM sleep.

• A disorder that causes involuntary movements during sleep.

REM Rebound

• The phenomenon where the body decreases the time spent in REM sleep after a period of REM deprivation.

• The phenomenon where the body increases the time spent in REM sleep after a period of REM deprivation.

• The phenomenon where the body eliminates REM sleep entirely after a period of deprivation.

• The phenomenon where the body experiences a sudden increase in deep sleep after REM deprivation.

Depressants

• Drugs that increase neural activity and bodily functions.

• Drugs that slow down neural activity and bodily functions. They induce relaxation, sedation, and can lower inhibitions.

• Drugs that have no effect on the body or mind.

• Drugs that stimulate the central nervous system.

Heroin

• A highly addictive opioid drug derived from morphine.

• A stimulant that increases energy and alertness.

• A hallucinogenic substance that alters perception.

• A sedative used to treat anxiety disorders.

Opioids

• Psychoactive drugs that act on opioid receptors in the brain and body, producing pain relief, euphoria, and sedation.

• Non-psychoactive substances used for muscle relaxation.

• Stimulants that increase energy and alertness.

• Antidepressants that help in mood regulation.

Shift Work

• Employment schedules that require working outside of typical daytime hours, often disrupting the body's natural circadian rhythm.

• A type of work that only occurs during weekends and holidays.

• A work schedule that allows employees to choose their own hours.

• A job that requires working only during the night without any breaks.