Understanding Sleep and Dreams

Why is sleep considered a disadvantage from an evolutionary perspective?

• It enhances our ability to forage for food.

• It helps us find a mate.

• It increases our vulnerability to predators.

• It makes us more intelligent.

What are the two key aspects of good sleep according to the video?

• Quantity and quality

• Comfort and silence

• Timing and frequency

• Duration and depth

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of sleep mentioned in the video?

• Strengthening the immune system

• Reducing the risk of Alzheimer's

• Enhancing memory

• Increasing anxiety levels

What are the two broad stages of sleep?

• Dream and non-dream

• Active and passive

• Deep and light

• REM and non-REM

During REM sleep, which part of the brain is less active?

• Emotion-related areas

• Prefrontal cortex

• Visual cortex

• Memory-related areas

What is a common characteristic of dreams during REM sleep?

• They are always logical.

• They are often vivid and bizarre.

• They are always pleasant.

• They are usually forgotten.

What psychological value do dreams offer according to the video?

• They provide solutions to all problems.

• They predict future events.

• They bring awareness to things outside our conscious mind.

• They help us remember daily tasks.

What is recommended for creating an optimal sleep environment?

• Keeping the room dark, quiet, and cool

• Discussing finances before sleep

• Watching a scary movie before bed

• Keeping the room bright and warm

How long is the sleep opportunity window suggested in the video?

• 9 to 10 hours

• 8 to 8.25 hours

• 6 to 7 hours

• 5 to 6 hours

What analogy is used to describe the process of falling asleep?

• Running a marathon

• Swimming in a pool

• Landing a plane

• Climbing a mountain