Exam 5: States of Consciousness

The drowsiness one feels immediately before sleep would be characterized by somewhat larger and slower waves than when one is awake and alert. These slower waves are called __________ waves.

Alcoholics may have terrible nightmares for a while after they stop drinking because of

Concerning altered states of consciousness, (a)describe characteristics of an altered state of consciousness, (b)describe four everyday situations in which people experience these altered states, and (c)describe the intentional uses and meanings of the altered states within two other cultures.

Aaron is trying to go to sleep, so he keeps his eyes wide open (in the dark)and stays awake as long as possible. This will allow sleep to overtake him unexpectedly and lowers his performance anxiety through a technique known as the __________.

The resinous material scraped from the Cannabis leaves is called

Insomnia, irritability, loss of appetite, chills, racing heart, and elevated body temperature are all signs of

Regarding meditation, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Casey finds Dr. Tran's psychology lecture to be boring and uninteresting. Gradually, his muscles relax and drowsiness occurs. This drowsy but wakeful state is associated with __________ brain waves.

The fact that people have a need for REM sleep is suggested by

According to your textbook, which of the following would NOT be classified as a scheduled gradual reduction technique?

Which of the following refers to excessive daytime sleepiness and can result from depression, insomnia, narcolepsy, sleep apnea, or drug abuse?

Daytime stress tends to increase __________ sleep.

Which of the following programs is considered controversial because it seems to support substance abusers in their addiction by supplying methadone and clean needles for drug injections, when, in reality, this type of program is often the only hope for addicts who would otherwise cause more harm to themselves and to others?

Because drug misuse can easily become drug abuse, the authors of your psychology textbook state that the key to preventing this is

You tie a short length of string to a small ring and hold this ring at eye level, about a foot from your face. By focusing on the ring, you are able to make the ring swing back and forth. You are surprised by this automatic micromovement of your fingers. You most likely have experienced a(n)__________.

Downing five or more drinks in a short time is referred to as

Addictive drugs stimulate a brain region called the nucleus accumbens, which results in intensified feelings of pleasure due to the release of which neurotransmitter?

Which type of insomnia is caused by worry, stress, or excitement; is characterized by excess mental activity and heightened arousal leading to frustration; and is best dealt with by getting up and doing something useful or satisfying?

Which of the following drugs affects certain types of brain cells that cause relaxation and relieve anxiety?

Brief periods of sensory deprivation often produce