| Question |
Answer |
| Consciousness |
a state of awareness, including a person’s feelings, sensations, ideas, and perceptions |
| REM sleep |
a stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, a high level of brain activity, a deep relaxation of the muscles, and dreaming |
| Circadian rhythm |
the rhythm of activity and inactivity lasting approximately one day |
| Insomnia |
the failure to get enough sleep at night in order to feel rested the next day |
| Sleep apnea |
a sleep disorder in which a person has trouble breathing while asleep |
| Narcolepsy |
a condition characterized by suddenly falling asleep or feeling very sleepy during the day |
| Nightmares |
unpleasant dreams |
| Night terrors |
sleep disruptions that occur during Stage IV of sleep, involving screaming, panic, or confusion |
| Sleepwalking |
walking or carrying out behaviors while asleep |
| Dreams |
mental activity that takes place during sleep |
| Sleep deprivation |
is when a person does not get enough sleep and can result in physical and psychological effects |
Biology Lab Midterm
