Understanding Stress and Sleep

What is one of the main causes of sleep issues discussed in the introduction?

• Lack of exercise

• Noise pollution

• Stress

• Dietary habits

In the personal anecdote, what natural event caused the narrator's stress response?

• A thunderstorm

• An earthquake

• A flood

• A tornado

What physical symptoms did the narrator experience during the earthquake?

• Headache and blurred vision

• Sweating and chills

• Dizziness and nausea

• Increased heart rate and tense body

What does the body release during a stress response?

• Cortisol and adrenaline

• Dopamine and serotonin

• Melatonin and oxytocin

• Insulin and glucagon

What is the body's fight or flight system designed to do?

• Induce sleep

• Keep you awake and alert

• Promote relaxation

• Reduce anxiety

How can stress be beneficial according to the discussion?

• It leads to chronic health issues

• It always causes harm

• It helps in staying alert and focused

• It disrupts sleep patterns

What is a common problem when we constantly respond to situations as threats?

• Improved focus

• Better sleep

• Chronic stress

• Increased productivity

What practice is suggested for managing stress and improving sleep?

• Eating a heavy meal

• Watching TV

• Listening to loud music

• Meditation

What did the narrator do to calm down after the earthquake?

• Watched TV

• Did deep breathing exercises

• Went for a walk

• Called a friend

What impact did meditation have on the narrator's sleep?

• It made it worse

• No impact

• Improved sleep quality

• Caused more stress