AP PSYCHOLOGY

STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS

PSYCHOLOGY OF SLEEP

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Sleep disorders are mainly due to worry or psychological problems.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sleep disorders are mainly due to worry or psychological problems. False. Stress is the number one reason people report insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep). However, stress accounts for only a fraction of the people who suffer either chronic insomnia or difficulty staying alert during the day.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sleep disorders (or sleep-wake disorders) involve problems with the quality, timing, and amount of sleep, which result in daytime distress and impairment in functioning. Sleep-wake disorders often occur along with medical conditions or other mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, or cognitive disorders.

Detailed explanation-3: -Insomnia-being unable to fall asleep and stay asleep. This is the most common sleep disorder.

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