PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The tendency for REM sleep to increase following REM sleep deprivation is called
A
REM rebound.
B
NREM sleep.
C
stage 2 sleep.
D
night terrors.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -REM rebound behavior refers to the increased frequency, depth, and intensity of rapid-eye-movement (REM) sleep following sleep deprivation or significant stressors. This activity describes the neurophysiology and hormonal processes the contribute to the phenomenon of REM rebound.

Detailed explanation-2: -REM rebound is the lengthening and increasing frequency and depth of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep which occurs after periods of sleep deprivation. When people have been prevented from experiencing REM, they take less time than usual to attain the REM state.

Detailed explanation-3: -REM deprivation increases basal arousal and enhances drive-related behaviors like hyperphagia. It also affects physiological, psychological process as well as neurotransmitter levels. The mechanisms behind these changes are not fully understood.

Detailed explanation-4: -REM rebound happens when the body stays in the REM sleep stage longer than it usually would. According to the Journal, Hormones and Behaviour, it’s the body’s response to stress and sleep deprivation.

Detailed explanation-5: -Besides increased brain activity and muscle relaxation, your body goes through a series of changes during REM sleep. These changes include: Faster breathing. Increased heart rate and blood pressure.

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