Sleep Stages: SWS, REM, Circadian Rhythms

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What is the term for the phenomenon where people fail to notice visible objects when their attention is focused elsewhere?

Change blindness

Divided attention

Visual neglect

Inattentional blindness (correct)

Which of the following is a function of slow-wave sleep?

Strengthening neural connections for memory formation

Restoring the brain (correct)

Protecting memory consolidation

Secreting growth hormone for muscle development

How does REM sleep help with memory consolidation?

REM sleep protects memory consolidation through the rebound phenomenon

REM sleep strengthens neural connections that build enduring memories

REM sleep is more effective for memory consolidation than naps

All of the above (correct)

Which of the following is a characteristic of Stage 2 sleep?

Both (a) and (b) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe patients who are not aware of stimuli in their left visual field?

Visual neglect Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a function of REM sleep?

Rebound phenomenon suggests need for REM sleep if deprived Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the subconscious awareness of the environment?

Passive attention Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of selective attention?

Focusing on a conversation while ignoring background noise Signup and view all the answers

The ability to manage multiple tasks at once, which can be improved with experience, is known as:

Divided attention Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where an individual fails to notice an unexpected stimulus due to their attention being focused on a different task?

Inattentional blindness Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of sleep is associated with the consolidation of memories and the processing of information?

Deep, slow-wave sleep Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the split-brain procedure described in the text?

To study how the brain's hemispheres function independently Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of REM sleep according to the passage?

Memory consolidation and neural connection strengthening Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of slow-wave sleep mentioned in the passage?

High brain activity Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is an example of a parasomnia?

Sleepwalking Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of depressants on the body according to the passage?

Reduction in neural activity and slowing of body functions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is mentioned in the passage as affecting circadian rhythms and sleep patterns?

Age and external factors like light Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between insomnia and hypersomnia according to the passage?

Insomnia is the inability to fall and remain asleep, while hypersomnia is excessive sleep Signup and view all the answers

Sleep Stages: SWS, REM, Circadian Rhythms

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