Question 1

Insisting on a regular schedule for sleep helps establish a firm body rhythm.This is best achieved by linking a response,such as sleeping with a specific stimulus,such as going to bed at a specific time,a technique known as

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A)  sleep restriction.
B)  the relaxation response.
C)  stimulus control.
D)  the paradoxical intention.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 2

Freud's dream theory is based on the assumption that the true meaning of a dream is found in its _______ content.

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A)  latent
B)  manifest
C)  REM
D)  lucidE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Some physicians believe that SIDS,or crib death,may be caused by the sleep disorder known as _______.

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Question 4

Contrast the activation-synthesis hypothesis with the neurocognitive dream theory and include the names of the theorists who proposed each theory and whether or not each is supported by research.

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Question 5

Thomas dreams that he goes to a party.When he gets to the party,he is the only person in a costume and mask,and no one seems to notice.Using Freud's dream theory,the remembered parts of the dream about wearing a mask and costume to the party represents which content of the dream?

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A)  NREM
B)  lucid
C)  manifest
D)  latentE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Sleep paralysis,which normally prevents us from moving during REM sleep,can also occur just as we are beginning to wake up.During these episodes,people sometimes experience _______ hallucinations.

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Question 7

Concerning the nature of sleep,which of the following statements is FALSE?

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A)  A sleeper upon reaching Stage 4 sleep will remain in this stage for the duration of the night.
B)  A sleeper's EEG patterns in REM sleep are similar to Stage 1 EEG patterns.
C)  A person will shift between deeper and lighter sleep throughout the night.
D)  A person's REM sleep is associated with dreaming.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 8

The ordering and duration of daily sleep and waking periods are known as

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A)  meridian rhythms.
B)  sleep patterns.
C)  REM cycles.
D)  sleep stages.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

In which sleep disturbance do people have an irresistible urge to move their legs to relieve sensations of creeping,tingling,prickling,aching,or tension?

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A)  hypnic jerk syndrome
B)  somnambulism
C)  restless legs syndrome
D)  narcolepsyE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 10

Relaxation exercises,recommended for stress management,produce a very relaxed,though still awake state,characterized by __________ waves.

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A)  omega
B)  beta
C)  delta
D)  alphaE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Observing a subject who is in REM sleep,a researcher can conclude that the subject will exhibit all of the following characteristics EXCEPT

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A)  vivid dreaming.
B)  sexual arousal.
C)  voluntary muscle paralysis.
D)  delta waves.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Sleep apnea refers to

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A)  vivid recurrent nightmares.
B)  a breathing problem during sleep.
C)  excessive daytime sleepiness.
D)  sudden sleep attacks.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

The disorder that is characterized by a failure of normal muscle paralysis,leading to violent actions during REM sleep,is called

Accepted Answer

A)  periodic limb movement syndrome.
B)  restless legs syndrome.
C)  REM sleep behavior disorder.
D)  sleep terror disorder.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

During the teen years,the quality and quantity of sleep time tends to

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A)  increase.
B)  decrease.
C)  become more stable.
D)  show no change from childhood.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Getting up and doing something useful works best in combating _______ insomnia.

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A)  temporary
B)  chronic
C)  cyclic
D)  drug-dependencyE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Sleep is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT for

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A)  being an innate biological rhythm.
B)  being necessary for life in humans.
C)  giving way temporarily in times of great danger.
D)  being a total loss of consciousness.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 17

Your friend tells you that his doctor has just prescribed a sedative to combat persistent insomnia.He asks for your opinion about taking the sedative.You should advise him to

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A)  take nonprescription sleeping pills instead.
B)  be aware of the danger of drug-dependency insomnia.
C)  expect occasional paradoxical sleep if he takes the sedative for an extended period.
D)  tell him to expect to act out some very bizarre dreams since sedatives can cause REM sleep behavior disorder.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following is the most important in the physiological control of sleep?

Accepted Answer

A)  brain circuits and brain chemicals
B)  the somatic nervous system
C)  external markers for sleep and wakefulness
D)  sleep-promoting substances in the blood streamE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 19

Which of the following refers to excessive daytime sleepiness and can result from depression,insomnia,narcolepsy,sleep apnea,and drug abuse?

Accepted Answer

A)  somnambulism
B)  REM sleep behavior disorder
C)  hypersomnolence disorder
D)  Circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorderE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

Levels of sleep identified by brain-wave patterns and behavioral changes are referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  sleep stages.
B)  sleep rhythms.
C)  semi-conscious patterns.
D)  ASCs.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Exam 25: Consciousness: Sleep and Dreams

During the teen years,the quality and quantity of sleep time tends to

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The ordering and duration of daily sleep and waking periods are known as

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Contrast the activation-synthesis hypothesis with the neurocognitive dream theory and include the names of the theorists who proposed each theory and whether or not each is supported by research.

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Thomas dreams that he goes to a party.When he gets to the party,he is the only person in a costume and mask,and no one seems to notice.Using Freud's dream theory,the remembered parts of the dream about wearing a mask and costume to the party represents which content of the dream?

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Your friend tells you that his doctor has just prescribed a sedative to combat persistent insomnia.He asks for your opinion about taking the sedative.You should advise him to

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Levels of sleep identified by brain-wave patterns and behavioral changes are referred to as

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Sleep apnea refers to

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Sleep paralysis,which normally prevents us from moving during REM sleep,can also occur just as we are beginning to wake up.During these episodes,people sometimes experience _______ hallucinations.

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Which of the following is the most important in the physiological control of sleep?

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Concerning the nature of sleep,which of the following statements is FALSE?

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Freud's dream theory is based on the assumption that the true meaning of a dream is found in its _______ content.

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The disorder that is characterized by a failure of normal muscle paralysis,leading to violent actions during REM sleep,is called

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Sleep is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT for

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Which of the following refers to excessive daytime sleepiness and can result from depression,insomnia,narcolepsy,sleep apnea,and drug abuse?

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Some physicians believe that SIDS,or crib death,may be caused by the sleep disorder known as _______.

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Observing a subject who is in REM sleep,a researcher can conclude that the subject will exhibit all of the following characteristics EXCEPT

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Relaxation exercises,recommended for stress management,produce a very relaxed,though still awake state,characterized by __________ waves.

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Insisting on a regular schedule for sleep helps establish a firm body rhythm.This is best achieved by linking a response,such as sleeping with a specific stimulus,such as going to bed at a specific time,a technique known as

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Getting up and doing something useful works best in combating _______ insomnia.

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In which sleep disturbance do people have an irresistible urge to move their legs to relieve sensations of creeping,tingling,prickling,aching,or tension?

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