Module 7: Consciousness - Chapter 4 Quiz

Shyla experiences a long delay between the time that she goes to bed and the time that she actually falls asleep. In addition, she wakes up several times during the night and has difficulty getting back to sleep. To diagnose Shyla with insomnia, it is necessary that she experiences these symptoms________.

at least three nights a week for one month

What occurs during stage 1 sleep?

Both our respiration and heartbeat slow down.

Physical dependence on a drug is indicated by the user experiencing ________ as a result of discontinuing use of the drug.

changes in normal bodily function

Most people are awake during the day and asleep at night because their ________ cycles are aligned with the outside world.

circadian

How many of the five stages of sleep are considered NREM sleep?

four

________ is one of a group of sleep disorders in which unwanted, disruptive motor activity and/or experiences during sleep play a role.

parasomnia

Cocaine is considered a ________ drug because it tends to increase overall levels of neural activity.

stimulant

Which of the following statements about sleep-wake cycles is false?

Melatonin initiates the waking cycle.

Mohammed is sleeping. His eyelids are quivering because his eyes are darting around. Mohammed is probably experiencing ________ sleep.

REM

Why can amphetamines be used to treat ADHD in children?

They increase neurotransmitter activity within certain areas of the brain associated with impulse control.