Question 1

Which theory of hypnosis is supported by the observation that age-regressed hypnotized individuals recall long-ago events in a vivid but incorrect manner

Accepted Answer

A)   role-playing
B)   wish fulfillment 
C)   dissociation
D)   activation-synthesis

Question 2

If you were a researcher doing research on selective deprivation of REM sleep,what pattern would you see after a subject had been in the study for a few nights

Accepted Answer

A)   The subject would hallucinate or become delusional. 
B)   The subject would have to be wakened more frequently to prevent REM sleep. 
C)   The subject would stop having REM sleep, to avoid being wakened. 
D)   The subject would have a corresponding improvement in mood.

Question 3

Which category of psychoactive drug is best characterized as having a moderate risk for physical dependence associated with a high risk for psychological dependence

Accepted Answer

A)   cannabis
B)   hallucinogens 
C)   stimulants
D)   narcotics

Question 4

Teresa was reading a book about dream interpretation that suggested that her dreams about eating ladybugs reflected a desire to start her own business.What term would Freud use to describe this "revealed" meaning in Teresa's dream

Accepted Answer

A)   factual content
B)   symbolic content 
C)   latent content
D)   manifest content

Question 5

Why might doctors and nurses try to "watch what they say" when performing surgery

Accepted Answer

A)   People under anesthesia occasionally awaken completely during surgery. 
B)   The concentration of other members of the surgical team is disrupted by unnecessary comments. 
C)   The patient's family members occasionally overhear comments. 
D)   People under anesthesia maintain some awareness.

Question 6

Alex is a drug addict who is currently experiencing nausea,cramps,tremors,and pain.Which term best describes this experience

Accepted Answer

A)   tolerance
B)   intoxication 
C)   withdrawal
D)   psychological dependence

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT particularly influenced by circadian rhythms

Accepted Answer

A)   physical functions such as body temperature and urine production 
B)   emotional experiences such as feelings of happiness and sadness 
C)   Sleep 
D)   cognitive performance on tasks requiring alertness and short-term memory B

Question 8

Tammy uses a benzodiazepine sedative to help her get to sleep,on a regular basis.What is likely to occur with Tammy's use of this "downer"

Accepted Answer

A)   She will spend more and more time in REM sleep. 
B)   She will develop an aversion to the drug. 
C)   The placebo effect will begin to interfere with the drug effect. 
D)   She will consume more of the drug than is prescribed for medical purposes.

Question 9

What do the midday napping practices of "siesta cultures" allow individuals to do

Accepted Answer

A)   avoid working during the hottest part of the day 
B)   have time to digest their large midday meal 
C)   sleep at the same time as their young infants 
D)   take a necessary break from their extremely physical labour

Question 10

Which of the following does NOT characterize REM sleep

Accepted Answer

A)   minimal bodily movement
B)   beta waves 
C)   regular breathing and pulse rate
D)   dreaming

Question 11

Regarding controversial or stereotypical statements about the risks of marijuana use,what is the most appropriate conclusion,based on available research evidence

Accepted Answer

A)   Marijuana does not appear to have major cognitive or health consequences, but it does tend to lead to impotence or sterility in men who use it for a prolonged length of time. 
B)   Most of the health effects of marijuana have been exaggerated, but there is some evidence that chronic heavy users may have modest deficits in attention and memory. 
C)   Marijuana has no long-term effects on cognitive functioning but may permanently suppress immune functioning. 
D)   Marijuana is completely safe for use, both in the short term and in the long term.

Question 12

Peter is in a deep sleep and his brain wave pattern consists of low-frequency delta waves.Which stage of sleep is Peter experiencing

Accepted Answer

A)   stage 1
B)   stage 2 
C)   stage 3 or 4
D)   REM

Question 13

What is a device that records eye movements

Accepted Answer

A)   electroencephalograph
B)   electrocardiograph 
C)   electrooculograph
D)   electromyograph

Question 14

Which theory of hypnosis suggests that hypnosis is NOT an altered state of consciousness

Accepted Answer

A)   wish fulfillment
B)   dissociation 
C)   role-playing
D)   activation-synthesis

Question 15

Your friend has been sleeping six hours each night and is wondering if he is sleep-deprived.Which statement best describes your friend's sleep patterns

Accepted Answer

A)   Six hours per night is below average, but if your friend feels rested and productive then it might be normal for him. 
B)   Sleep deprivation is defined as fewer than six hours sleep per night, so your friend is close to a risky level. 
C)   Six hours per night is typical and sufficient for most young adults. 
D)   Each person is different and there is no such thing as a typical amount of sleep.

Question 16

Nancy is in a state that includes reduced heart rate,reduced consumption of oxygen,and an EEG pattern that includes alpha and theta waves.Which state is Nancy likely to be in

Accepted Answer

A)   hypnosis
B)   meditation 
C)   slow-wave sleep
D)   alcohol intoxication B

Question 17

Tyler is sleeping,and his brain waves are mainly theta waves.He doesn't stay in this stage for long.What stage is he in

Accepted Answer

A)   stage 1
B)   stage 2 
C)   stage 4
D)   REM

Question 18

After being deprived of REM sleep for several days,people tend to spend additional time in REM sleep when allowed to sleep uninterrupted.What is this increase called

Accepted Answer

A)   rebound effect
B)   dream-rebound effect 
C)   dream effect
D)   catch-up effect

Question 19

What are sleep stages 3 and 4 known as

Accepted Answer

A)   slow-wave sleep
B)   high-amplitude sleep 
C)   fast-wave sleep
D)   low-amplitude sleep

Question 20

Both the discovery of insulin and refinements in the design of the sewing machine were inspired,in part,by dreams.Which theory of dreaming is supported by examples like this

Accepted Answer

A)   cognitive, problem-solving view
B)   activation-synthesis 
C)   conservation of energy
D)   wish fulfillment A

Exam 5: B: Variations in Consciousness

Which theory of hypnosis is supported by the observation that age-regressed hypnotized individuals recall long-ago events in a vivid but incorrect manner

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If you were a researcher doing research on selective deprivation of REM sleep,what pattern would you see after a subject had been in the study for a few nights

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Which category of psychoactive drug is best characterized as having a moderate risk for physical dependence associated with a high risk for psychological dependence

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Teresa was reading a book about dream interpretation that suggested that her dreams about eating ladybugs reflected a desire to start her own business.What term would Freud use to describe this "revealed" meaning in Teresa's dream

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Why might doctors and nurses try to "watch what they say" when performing surgery

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Alex is a drug addict who is currently experiencing nausea,cramps,tremors,and pain.Which term best describes this experience

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Which of the following is NOT particularly influenced by circadian rhythms

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Tammy uses a benzodiazepine sedative to help her get to sleep,on a regular basis.What is likely to occur with Tammy's use of this "downer"

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What do the midday napping practices of "siesta cultures" allow individuals to do

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Which of the following does NOT characterize REM sleep

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Regarding controversial or stereotypical statements about the risks of marijuana use,what is the most appropriate conclusion,based on available research evidence

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Peter is in a deep sleep and his brain wave pattern consists of low-frequency delta waves.Which stage of sleep is Peter experiencing

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What is a device that records eye movements

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Which theory of hypnosis suggests that hypnosis is NOT an altered state of consciousness

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Your friend has been sleeping six hours each night and is wondering if he is sleep-deprived.Which statement best describes your friend's sleep patterns

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Nancy is in a state that includes reduced heart rate,reduced consumption of oxygen,and an EEG pattern that includes alpha and theta waves.Which state is Nancy likely to be in

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Tyler is sleeping,and his brain waves are mainly theta waves.He doesn't stay in this stage for long.What stage is he in

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After being deprived of REM sleep for several days,people tend to spend additional time in REM sleep when allowed to sleep uninterrupted.What is this increase called

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What are sleep stages 3 and 4 known as

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Both the discovery of insulin and refinements in the design of the sewing machine were inspired,in part,by dreams.Which theory of dreaming is supported by examples like this

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