Psych Ch. 7 sect. 1

Consciousness

state of awareness
Sleep
- state of altered consciousness
- we spend approx. 1/3 of life sleeping
REM sleep
- Stage of sleep
- rapid eye movements
- high brain activity
- dreaming
Circadian Rhythm

rhythm of activity & inactivity lasting approx. 1 day
Insomnia
- sleep disorder
- failure to get enough sleep at night to feel rested the next day
Sleep Apnea
- sleep disorder
- having trouble breathing while asleep
Narcolepsy
- sleep disorder
- suddenly falling asleep
Nightmares

unpleasant dreams
Night terrors
- sleep disruptions in Stage IV
- involves screaming, panic, or confusion
Sleepwalking
- sleep disorder
- walking/carrying out behaviors while asleep

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Psych Ch. 7 sect. 1

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Sleep & dreams

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2011-11-27T18:46:27Z

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