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Which stage of sleep is characterized by slow and synchronized brain wave activity?
Which stage of sleep is characterized by slow and synchronized brain wave activity?
- N3 sleep (correct)
- N2 sleep
- N1 sleep
- REM sleep
What aspect of muscle activity distinguishes REM sleep from NREM sleep?
What aspect of muscle activity distinguishes REM sleep from NREM sleep?
- Increased muscle tone
- High muscle movement
- Reduced muscle activity
- Temporary paralysis (correct)
Which sleep stage is crucial for memory consolidation, especially of emotional and procedural memories?
Which sleep stage is crucial for memory consolidation, especially of emotional and procedural memories?
- Light sleep
- N3 sleep
- REM sleep (correct)
- N2 sleep
During which stage does the body release growth hormone and undergo repair processes?
During which stage does the body release growth hormone and undergo repair processes?
Which type of brain waves dominate during deep NREM sleep?
Which type of brain waves dominate during deep NREM sleep?
When do REM periods typically become longer during the night?
When do REM periods typically become longer during the night?
Which stage of sleep allows for occasional movements due to maintained muscle tone?
Which stage of sleep allows for occasional movements due to maintained muscle tone?
What distinguishes dreams during NREM sleep from dreams during REM sleep?
What distinguishes dreams during NREM sleep from dreams during REM sleep?
Which stage of sleep is particularly important for physical restoration, growth, and repair?
Which stage of sleep is particularly important for physical restoration, growth, and repair?
In which type of dreaming stage are dreams associated with emotional processing and regulation?
In which type of dreaming stage are dreams associated with emotional processing and regulation?
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