Question 1

The activation-synthesis hypothesis of dreaming emphasizes

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A)   internal conflicts and unconscious forces.
B)   how random activity in lower brain centers results in the manufacture of relatively bizarre dreams by higher brain centers.
C)   that dreams reflect everyday waking thoughts and emotions.
D)   that there is a detached part of the dreamer's awareness that silently observes events.

Question 2

According to Ernest Hartmann, the major clue to the meaning of a dream lies in the

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A)   familiarity of the dream characters.
B)   emotional tone of the dream.
C)   setting of the dream.
D)   actions of the dream characters.

Question 3

Regarding REM sleep, which of the following statements is FALSE?

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A)   REM sleep has a fast, irregular EEG pattern similar to Stage 1 sleep.
B)   When measured by an EEG, the brain during REM sleep looks as if the person is awake.
C)   Physical exertion tends to increase REM sleep.
D)   Roughly 85 percent of the time, people awakened during REMs report having vivid dreams.

Question 4

Short bursts of brain activity in Stage 2 sleep are called __________.

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Question 5

In the treatment of alcoholism, detoxification refers to

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A)   the intensive counseling involved in the initial stages.
B)   sobering the person up and cutting off his supply.
C)   injection of chemicals into the blood to neutralize the effects of the alcohol.
D)   the use of sedatives to counter the effects of the alcohol.

Question 6

In order to prevent SIDS, healthy babies should be

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A)   placed face down to sleep.
B)   placed on their backs to sleep.
C)   propped up on a small pillow to sleep.
D)   covered with a down comforter to prevent developing a chill while sleeping.

Question 7

People who take drugs intravenously are at high risk for

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A)   addiction.
B)   hepatitis.
C)   HIV.
D)   all of these conditions.

Question 8

Ramon is asked by his family doctor if he has in the last year ever drank more than he meant to and if he has felt that he needed to cut down on his drinking.If Ramon answers "yes" to both of these questions, his doctor should tell him that he

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A)   would be classified as an average social drinker and should not worry.
B)   is probably under some stress and should just watch his consumption.
C)   may have the beginning of a problem, but not to worry and just cut back some.
D)   most likely has an alcohol problem and needs professional help.

Question 9

Caffeine does NOT produce which of the following symptoms?

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A)   decreased alertness
B)   sweating
C)   tinnitus (ringing in the ears) 
D)   talkativeness

Question 10

Marijuana has been shown in the short-term to make it easier for victims of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to face their fears through a process behavior therapists call

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A)   ​extinction.
B)   shaping.
C)   ​stimulus control.
D)   ​negative reinforcement.

Question 11

A premature infant with a high pitched cry, who engages in breath holding and remains passive when his or her face rolls into a pillow or blanket, should be monitored to prevent

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A)   night terrors.
B)   infantile narcolepsy.
C)   congenital cataplexy.
D)   sudden infant death syndrome.

Question 12

Explain how collecting and interpreting one's dreams can promote self-awareness, and describe the procedure outlined in your textbook for "catching a dream."

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Question 13

Margo dreams of stealing her friend's wedding ring and placing it on her hand.According to Freud's theory, Margo's dream probably represents

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A)   her desire to own "pretty" and expensive things.
B)   her plan to steal her friend's jewelry in the future.
C)   her sexual attraction to her friend's husband.
D)   a carryover from ordinary waking events.

Question 14

GHB is a mixture of degreasing solvent and drain cleaner.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following sleep disturbances has the correct description?

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A)   hypersomnolence disorder----------a failure of normal muscle paralysis, leading to violent actions during REM sleep
B)   nightmare disorder-------------------repeated occurrence of night terrors that significantly disturb sleep
C)   insomnia------------------------------difficulty in staying asleep and not feeling rested after sleeping
D)   REM sleep behavior disorder------sudden, irresistible daytime sleep attacks that last from a few minutes to a half hour

Question 16

Regarding SIDS, which of the following statements is FALSE?

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A)   SIDS babies seem to have a weak arousal reflex that prevents them from changing positions and resuming breathing after an episode of apnea.
B)   A special monitor for SIDS may be used that sounds an alarm when a baby's pulse or breathing becomes weak.
C)   The occurrence of SIDS is associated with adult narcolepsy.
D)   SIDS is the leading cause of death of infants between one month and one year of age..

Question 17

For most smokers, withdrawal from nicotine causes all of the following symptoms EXCEPT for

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A)   somnambulism.
B)   sweating.
C)   cramps and digestive upset.
D)   headaches and irritability.

Question 18

EEGs have shown that sleepwalking occurs during

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A)   NREM stage 1 and stage 2.
B)   NREM stage 3 and stage 4.
C)   sleep spindles.
D)   REM sleep.

Question 19

The pattern of EEG waves present when one is awake and alert is characterized by __________ waves.

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Question 20

Using your bedroom for sleeping (instead of for studying, paying bills, etc.) is an example of the use of which of the following methods for combating insomnia?

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A)   sleep restriction
B)   relaxation
C)   stimulus control
D)   paradoxical intention

Exam 5: States of Consciousness.

Using your bedroom for sleeping (instead of for studying, paying bills, etc.) is an example of the use of which of the following methods for combating insomnia?

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People who take drugs intravenously are at high risk for

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According to Ernest Hartmann, the major clue to the meaning of a dream lies in the

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Caffeine does NOT produce which of the following symptoms?

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The activation-synthesis hypothesis of dreaming emphasizes

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In the treatment of alcoholism, detoxification refers to

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In order to prevent SIDS, healthy babies should be

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A premature infant with a high pitched cry, who engages in breath holding and remains passive when his or her face rolls into a pillow or blanket, should be monitored to prevent

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Explain how collecting and interpreting one's dreams can promote self-awareness, and describe the procedure outlined in your textbook for "catching a dream."

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Regarding SIDS, which of the following statements is FALSE?

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Regarding REM sleep, which of the following statements is FALSE?

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GHB is a mixture of degreasing solvent and drain cleaner.

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Short bursts of brain activity in Stage 2 sleep are called __________.

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Margo dreams of stealing her friend's wedding ring and placing it on her hand.According to Freud's theory, Margo's dream probably represents

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The pattern of EEG waves present when one is awake and alert is characterized by __________ waves.

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Marijuana has been shown in the short-term to make it easier for victims of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to face their fears through a process behavior therapists call

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EEGs have shown that sleepwalking occurs during

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Ramon is asked by his family doctor if he has in the last year ever drank more than he meant to and if he has felt that he needed to cut down on his drinking.If Ramon answers "yes" to both of these questions, his doctor should tell him that he

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Which of the following sleep disturbances has the correct description?

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