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Sleep-deprived people sometimes experience __________, brief periods during which their eyelids droo
Sleep-deprived people sometimes experience __________, brief periods during which their eyelids droo
Sleep-deprived people sometimes experience __________, brief periods during which their eyelids droop, and they become less responsive to external stimuli, even though they remain sitting or standing.
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9 years ago
The __________ apparatus has been used to study the effects of sleep deprivation in rats.
The __________ apparatus has been used to study the effects of sleep deprivation in rats.
The __________ apparatus has been used to study the effects of sleep deprivation in rats.
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9 years ago
The advantage of the carousel apparatus is that the __________ control procedure is an integral part
The advantage of the carousel apparatus is that the __________ control procedure is an integral part
The advantage of the carousel apparatus is that the __________ control procedure is an integral part of it.
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9 years ago
Some antidepressant drugs can block __________ sleep for months at a time without having obvious adv
Some antidepressant drugs can block __________ sleep for months at a time without having obvious adv
Some antidepressant drugs can block __________ sleep for months at a time without having obvious adverse effects.
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9 years ago
The __________ theory of REM sleep suggests that REM sleep and wakefulness serve similar functions.
The __________ theory of REM sleep suggests that REM sleep and wakefulness serve similar functions.
The __________ theory of REM sleep suggests that REM sleep and wakefulness serve similar functions.
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9 years ago
__________ circadian cycles are those without zeitgebers.
__________ circadian cycles are those without zeitgebers.
__________ circadian cycles are those without zeitgebers.
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The major internal circadian clock is located in the __________ nuclei.
The major internal circadian clock is located in the __________ nuclei.
The major internal circadian clock is located in the __________ nuclei.
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Specialized __________ cells function as receptors for gradual changes in illumination. These recept
Specialized __________ cells function as receptors for gradual changes in illumination. These recept
Specialized __________ cells function as receptors for gradual changes in illumination. These receptors contain melanopsin and play a role in regulating circadian cycles.
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9 years ago
Studies of encephalitis lethargica provided the first evidence that the posterior __________ and sur
Studies of encephalitis lethargica provided the first evidence that the posterior __________ and sur
Studies of encephalitis lethargica provided the first evidence that the posterior __________ and surrounding area plays a role in the maintenance of wakefulness.
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9 years ago
REM sleep is controlled by circuits in the caudal __________ of the brain stem.
REM sleep is controlled by circuits in the caudal __________ of the brain stem.
REM sleep is controlled by circuits in the caudal __________ of the brain stem.
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Although there are serious problems associated with the chronic use of this class of drugs, ________
Although there are serious problems associated with the chronic use of this class of drugs, ________
Although there are serious problems associated with the chronic use of this class of drugs, __________ are commonly prescribed for difficulties in sleeping.
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9 years ago
Many cases of insomnia are caused by drugs prescribed to treat them. Disorders caused by medical tre
Many cases of insomnia are caused by drugs prescribed to treat them. Disorders caused by medical tre
Many cases of insomnia are caused by drugs prescribed to treat them. Disorders caused by medical treatment are termed __________.
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9 years ago
A condition in which sleep is continually disrupted by a cessation of breathing is __________.
A condition in which sleep is continually disrupted by a cessation of breathing is __________.
A condition in which sleep is continually disrupted by a cessation of breathing is __________.
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9 years ago
When narcoleptics fall asleep, they often go directly into __________.
When narcoleptics fall asleep, they often go directly into __________.
When narcoleptics fall asleep, they often go directly into __________.
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9 years ago
The feeling of grogginess that is sometimes experienced upon awaking is called sleep ___________.
The feeling of grogginess that is sometimes experienced upon awaking is called sleep ___________.
The feeling of grogginess that is sometimes experienced upon awaking is called sleep ___________.
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9 years ago
Describe the physiological and behavioral changes that occur during a typical night's sleep. Be sure
Describe the physiological and behavioral changes that occur during a typical night's sleep. Be sure
Describe the physiological and behavioral changes that occur during a typical night's sleep. Be sure to describe their typical time course.
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9 years ago
Describe the physiological correlates of dreaming. What has the study of these correlates taught us
Describe the physiological correlates of dreaming. What has the study of these correlates taught us
Describe the physiological correlates of dreaming. What has the study of these correlates taught us about dreaming? Describe two key studies as part of your answer.
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Describe two theoretical perspectives of sleep. Which perspective is supported by comparative studie
Describe two theoretical perspectives of sleep. Which perspective is supported by comparative studie
Describe two theoretical perspectives of sleep. Which perspective is supported by comparative studies of sleep?
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9 years ago
Describe the major results of sleep-deprivation research. Compare these results with the predictions
Describe the major results of sleep-deprivation research. Compare these results with the predictions
Describe the major results of sleep-deprivation research. Compare these results with the predictions of recuperation theories of sleep. Reach a conclusion.
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Describe three major discoveries about circadian rhythms. Explain why these particular discoveries a
Describe three major discoveries about circadian rhythms. Explain why these particular discoveries a
Describe three major discoveries about circadian rhythms. Explain why these particular discoveries are so important?
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9 years ago
Identify three areas of the brain that are involved in the regulation of sleep. What is thought to b
Identify three areas of the brain that are involved in the regulation of sleep. What is thought to b
Identify three areas of the brain that are involved in the regulation of sleep. What is thought to be the function of each area? Be sure to describe the evidence that has implicated them.
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9 years ago
Describe narcolepsy and its neural and molecular mechanisms. What symptoms tend to be related to the
Describe narcolepsy and its neural and molecular mechanisms. What symptoms tend to be related to the
Describe narcolepsy and its neural and molecular mechanisms. What symptoms tend to be related to the disorder? In your answer, be sure to describe relevant research on narcolepsy.
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Describe the results of long-term sleep-reduction experiments. Discuss both monophasic and polyphasi
Describe the results of long-term sleep-reduction experiments. Discuss both monophasic and polyphasi
Describe the results of long-term sleep-reduction experiments. Discuss both monophasic and polyphasic sleep. How are sleep times related to health and longevity? What do these lines of research indicate about the need for sleep?
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Globally, more than 1 billion people are addicted to _____________ , and more than 76 million are ad
Globally, more than 1 billion people are addicted to _____________ , and more than 76 million are ad
Globally, more than 1 billion people are addicted to _____________ , and more than 76 million are addicted to _____________ .
A) heroin; marijuana
B) nicotine: alcohol
C) heroin; cocaine
D) heroin; prescription drugs
E) m
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Most laws governing drug abuse were enacted
Most laws governing drug abuse were enacted
Most laws governing drug abuse were enacted
A) in the early parts of the 20th century.
B) before there was relevant scientific information.
C) in the 1960s.
D) both A and B
E) both B and C
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Psychoactive drugs are those that affect
Psychoactive drugs are those that affect
Psychoactive drugs are those that affect
A) the activity of the central nervous system.
B) subjective experience.
C) behavior.
D) all of the above
E) psychotic behavior.
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Most drugs that are taken orally enter the bloodstream through the walls of the
Most drugs that are taken orally enter the bloodstream through the walls of the
Most drugs that are taken orally enter the bloodstream through the walls of the
A) stomach.
B) mouth.
C) intestine.
D) esophagus.
E) lungs.
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An important advantage of the oral route of drug administration in comparison to other conventional
An important advantage of the oral route of drug administration in comparison to other conventional
An important advantage of the oral route of drug administration in comparison to other conventional routes is its relative
A) predictability.
B) ease.
C) safety.
D) all of the above
E) both B and C
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The main disadvantage of the oral route of drug administration is
The main disadvantage of the oral route of drug administration is
The main disadvantage of the oral route of drug administration is
A) indigestion.
B) the binding of drugs to the wall of the stomach.
C) its unpredictability.
D) nausea.
E) that it promotes drug interactions.
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Drug injection is common in medical practice because the effects of injected drugs are relatively __
Drug injection is common in medical practice because the effects of injected drugs are relatively __
Drug injection is common in medical practice because the effects of injected drugs are relatively __________ in comparison to most other conventional routes of drug administration.
A) slight
B) fast
C) predictable
D) all of the
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Many chronic addicts come to prefer the __________ route of drug administration.
Many chronic addicts come to prefer the __________ route of drug administration.
Many chronic addicts come to prefer the __________ route of drug administration.
A) oral
B) IM
C) SC
D) IV
E) IP
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Which of the following routes of drug administration offers the least opportunity to counteract the
Which of the following routes of drug administration offers the least opportunity to counteract the
Which of the following routes of drug administration offers the least opportunity to counteract the effects of an overdose?
A) IV
B) IM
C) SC
D) through mucus membranes
E) oral
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Some drugs can be effectively administered through mucous membranes. One such drug is
Some drugs can be effectively administered through mucous membranes. One such drug is
Some drugs can be effectively administered through mucous membranes. One such drug is
A) cocaine.
B) heroin.
C) morphine.
D) nicotine.
E) caffeine.
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Many chemicals are kept from passing from the circulatory system of the CNS into CNS neurons by
Many chemicals are kept from passing from the circulatory system of the CNS into CNS neurons by
Many chemicals are kept from passing from the circulatory system of the CNS into CNS neurons by
A) reflexology.
B) the blood-brain barrier.
C) tolerance.
D) the cerebrospinal fluid.
E) withdrawal.
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The conversion of drugs in the body to nonactive chemicals, often by liver enzymes, is referred to a
The conversion of drugs in the body to nonactive chemicals, often by liver enzymes, is referred to a
The conversion of drugs in the body to nonactive chemicals, often by liver enzymes, is referred to as drug
A) tolerance.
B) metabolism.
C) withdrawal.
D) blocking.
E) habituation.
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Contingent drug tolerance is usually studied with
Contingent drug tolerance is usually studied with
Contingent drug tolerance is usually studied with
A) high drug doses.
B) low drug doses.
C) Pavlovian conditioning.
D) before-and-after designs.
E) withdrawal symptoms.
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A state of decreased sensitivity to a drug as a result of previous exposure to the drug is called
A state of decreased sensitivity to a drug as a result of previous exposure to the drug is called
A state of decreased sensitivity to a drug as a result of previous exposure to the drug is called
A) drug tolerance.
B) drug sensitization.
C) drug withdrawal.
D) physical dependence.
E) psychological dependence.
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Drug tolerance is a shift in the dose-response curve
Drug tolerance is a shift in the dose-response curve
Drug tolerance is a shift in the dose-response curve
A) upward.
B) to the right.
C) to the left.
D) both A and B
E) both A and C
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Taking one drug can often produce tolerance to other drugs; such tolerance is called
Taking one drug can often produce tolerance to other drugs; such tolerance is called
Taking one drug can often produce tolerance to other drugs; such tolerance is called
A) generalized tolerance.
B) cross tolerance.
C) contingent tolerance.
D) functional tolerance.
E) transferred tolerance.
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Drug sensitization is the opposite of
Drug sensitization is the opposite of
Drug sensitization is the opposite of
A) drug withdrawal.
B) physical dependence on drugs.
C) drug tolerance.
D) conditioned drug withdrawal effects.
E) drug addiction.
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