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Psych Chpt. 7.1
Altered States of Consciousness
Question | Answer |
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Consciousness | a state of awareness, including a person’s feelings, sensations, ideas, and perceptions |
REM sleep | a stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, a high level of brain activity, a deep relaxation of the muscles, and dreaming |
Circadian rhythm | the rhythm of activity and inactivity lasting approximately one day |
Insomnia | the failure to get enough sleep at night in order to feel rested the next day |
Sleep apnea | a sleep disorder in which a person has trouble breathing while asleep |
Narcolepsy | a condition characterized by suddenly falling asleep or feeling very sleepy during the day |
Nightmares | unpleasant dreams |
Night terrors | sleep disruptions that occur during Stage IV of sleep, involving screaming, panic, or confusion |
Sleepwalking | walking or carrying out behaviors while asleep |
Dreams | mental activity that takes place during sleep |
Sleep deprivation | is when a person does not get enough sleep and can result in physical and psychological effects |