Sleepwalking is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT
a. acting out a dream.
b. occurrence during the deepest stage of sleep.
c. no memory of the sleepwalking event.
d. occurrence primarily in children.
Question 2Sleep terrors and sleepwalking generally occur
a. during REM sleep.
b. during the twilight stages between sleep and waking.
c. during NREM sleep.
d. after some severe daytime stressor.
Question 3Abnormal events such as nightmares, sleep terrors, and sleepwalking that occur during sleep or during the twilight time between sleep and waking are classified as
a. parasomnias.
b. dyssomnias.
c. narcolepsy.
d. REM disorders.
Question 4All of the following are examples of behaviors that may contribute to sleep problems EXCEPT
a. smoking a cigarette before going to bed.
b. getting out of bed if you are unable to fall asleep after a reasonable period.
c. vigorous exercise an hour before bedtime.
d. keeping the bedroom cold.
Question 5The term sleep hygiene refers to
a. washing oneself before going to bed.
b. lifestyle behaviors that facilitate sleep.
c. use of medications to induce sleep.
d. the physical environment of the bedroom.
Question 6Given what we know about classical conditioning and learning through association, sleep experts generally recommend
a. at least eight hours of sleep each night.
b. using the bed for sleep and sex only
c. spending a bit of time thinking about sleep before going to bed.
d. learning as much as possible about all of the various sleep disorders.
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