When you're almost asleep and then jerk back awake #shorts #science #sleep #biology

When you're almost asleep and then jerk back awake #shorts #science #sleep #biology

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Science, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explains hypnic jerks, involuntary movements that occur as you fall asleep. Researchers are unsure of the exact cause, but it may be due to the brain misinterpreting relaxation as falling. Factors like caffeine, stress, and intense exercise can increase their frequency. To reduce hypnic jerks, avoid caffeine before bed and practice stress management techniques.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a hypnic jerk most similar to?

A sneeze

A hiccup

A yawn

A cough

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a suggested cause of hypnic jerks?

Brain misinterpreting relaxation as falling

Nerve misfiring

Lack of oxygen

Excessive caffeine consumption

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which activity is likely to increase the frequency of hypnic jerks?

Listening to music

Taking a nap

Drinking caffeine

Reading a book

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one recommended method to reduce hypnic jerks?

Exercising late at night

Drinking caffeine before bed

Practicing mindfulness

Sleeping with the lights on

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long before bed should you avoid caffeine to help reduce hypnic jerks?

6 hours

8 hours

4 hours

2 hours