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What is the possible stimulating effect of yawning mentioned in the text?
What is the possible stimulating effect of yawning mentioned in the text?
- Increased yawning frequency
- Decreased alertness
- Decreased heart rate
- Increased heart rate by 20-30% (correct)
When do Olympic athletes tend to yawn according to the text?
When do Olympic athletes tend to yawn according to the text?
- During events
- Before retiring for the night
- Morning and evening (correct)
- After completing an event
What is a potential reason for more yawning in an environment with less oxygen?
What is a potential reason for more yawning in an environment with less oxygen?
- Decreased alertness
- Increased heart rate
- Decreased yawning frequency
- Deep and frequent breathing (correct)
Which part of the brain is responsible for passing signals to other parts of the brain during wakefulness?
Which part of the brain is responsible for passing signals to other parts of the brain during wakefulness?
What is a common social signal mentioned in the text related to yawning?
What is a common social signal mentioned in the text related to yawning?
Which brain area shows widespread activation across during wakefulness?
Which brain area shows widespread activation across during wakefulness?
Which part of the brain is centered around the pons?
Which part of the brain is centered around the pons?
What is a function of the Reticular Formation in the brain stem?
What is a function of the Reticular Formation in the brain stem?
What happens to the ARAS during NREM sleep?
What happens to the ARAS during NREM sleep?
During which type of sleep is the Ascending Reticular Activating System (ARAS) active?
During which type of sleep is the Ascending Reticular Activating System (ARAS) active?
What do lesions in the ARAS typically lead to?
What do lesions in the ARAS typically lead to?
Which region triggers the onset of Stage 1 NREM sleep?
Which region triggers the onset of Stage 1 NREM sleep?
Which gender reports physical aggression more often in dreams?
Which gender reports physical aggression more often in dreams?
What percentage of males experience sexual interaction in dreams according to the text?
What percentage of males experience sexual interaction in dreams according to the text?
In dreams, what type of objects are more common for females?
In dreams, what type of objects are more common for females?
At what age do dream reports begin to have interconnected events and develop longer story-like structures?
At what age do dream reports begin to have interconnected events and develop longer story-like structures?
What is a common characteristic of recurring dreams among college students?
What is a common characteristic of recurring dreams among college students?
At what age do dream reports become fully adult-like with emotional content?
At what age do dream reports become fully adult-like with emotional content?
During NREM sleep, which of the following statements about blood pressure and heart rate is most accurate?
During NREM sleep, which of the following statements about blood pressure and heart rate is most accurate?
What happens to the Blood Flow Rate in the Brain during REM sleep compared to waking state?
What happens to the Blood Flow Rate in the Brain during REM sleep compared to waking state?
How does respiration vary between NREM and REM sleep?
How does respiration vary between NREM and REM sleep?
What is the effect of infectious illness on overall sleep time according to the text?
What is the effect of infectious illness on overall sleep time according to the text?
How does sick-leave affect Slow-Wave Sleep (SWS) and Rapid Eye Movement (REM) according to the information provided?
How does sick-leave affect Slow-Wave Sleep (SWS) and Rapid Eye Movement (REM) according to the information provided?
How do white blood cells help fight infection according to the text?
How do white blood cells help fight infection according to the text?
What is recommended to do if things are on your mind before bed?
What is recommended to do if things are on your mind before bed?
Which of the following should be avoided in the afternoon and evening for better sleep?
Which of the following should be avoided in the afternoon and evening for better sleep?
When is it recommended to nap for optimal benefits according to the text?
When is it recommended to nap for optimal benefits according to the text?
What can longer naps trigger according to the text?
What can longer naps trigger according to the text?
What is the common recommendation for the timing of daily exercise according to the text?
What is the common recommendation for the timing of daily exercise according to the text?
In a randomized study, what was the effect of daily exercise on sleep onset latency for the control group?
In a randomized study, what was the effect of daily exercise on sleep onset latency for the control group?
