Question 1

Discuss the two theories of hypnosis, including Hilgard's demonstration involving the painful use of ice water.

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The answer of Discuss the two theories of hypnosis, including...

Question 2

Which of the following has NOT be shown to be an outcome of the regular use of meditation?

Accepted Answer

A) the development of self-awareness, maturity, and psychological skills, such as clarity and concentration 
B) the relief of a variety of psychological disorders, from insomnia to excessive anxiety 
C) a reduction in aggression and in the use of psychoactive drugs 
D) an effective treatment for the sleep disorders of sleep apnea and narcolepsy

Question 3

The neurocognitive dream theory was developed by

Accepted Answer

A) William Domhoff. 
B) Stephen LaBerge. 
C) Fritz Perls. 
D) Hobson and McCarley.

Question 4

If drugs are considered necessary to maintain one's emotional well-being, then which of the following exists?

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A) a psychological dependence 
B) a situational dependence 
C) a physical dependence 
D) drug withdrawal

Question 5

During the teen years, the quality and quantity of sleep time tends to

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A) increase. 
B) decrease. 
C) become more stable. 
D) show no change from childhood.

Question 6

Experimental, social-recreational, intensive, and compulsive are classified as which type of psychoactive drug use?

Accepted Answer

A) addictive 
B) recreational 
C) regressive 
D) instrumental

Question 7

At a "rave" party, Marilyn used MDMA. The physical effects of this drug include

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A) low blood pressure. 
B) increased appetite. 
C) elevated body temperature. 
D) all of these symptoms.

Question 8

By suspending a person between two chairs, a stage hypnotist demonstrates his or her

Accepted Answer

A) willingness to use deception to entertain. 
B) use of the basic relaxation response. 
C) ability to use hypnosis to suspend reality testing. 
D) ability to induce unusual feats of strength.

Question 9

Chronic cannabis users are more prone to develop psychosis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Today on campus, Cameron had a very stressful day, including being late to his first class, having pop tests in two classes, and being assigned two term papers both due the same week. Tonight when he goes to sleep, Cameron can expect to have an increase of

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A) episodes of sleep apnea. 
B) hypersomnia. 
C) NREM sleep. 
D) REM sleep.

Question 11

Sleep paralysis, which normally prevents us from moving during REM sleep, can also occur just as we are beginning to wake up. During these episodes, people sometimes experience __________ hallucinations.

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The answer of Sleep paralysis, which normally prevents us from...

Question 12

Chandra is going to a nightclub and wants to overcome her shyness and meet new people, so a friend tells her about a drug that will make her relax and "feel good" and increase her desire to socialize. This drug is most likely

Accepted Answer

A) LSD. 
B) mescaline. 
C) GHB. 
D) "crystal meth."

Question 13

Alcohol, barbiturates, GHB, oxycodone, and benzodiazepine tranquilizers are all classified as

Accepted Answer

A) stimulants. 
B) depressants. 
C) hallucinogens. 
D) containing THC.

Question 14

At the center of the activation-synthesis hypothesis of dreaming is the need to

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A) give expression to unfulfilled wishes. 
B) provide an outlet for repressed thoughts. 
C) provide explanations for physiological activity. 
D) exhibit socially acceptable behavior.

Question 15

According to research done on sleep restriction, if one misses an entire night's sleep, it is best to

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A) sleep late the next morning. 
B) nap the next day for at least two hours. 
C) limit your sleep to normal bedtime hours. 
D) go to bed earlier the following night.

Question 16

From 1886 until 1906, Coca-Cola contained small amounts of cocaine, which were later replaced with caffeine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is a mental exercise that focuses attention, interrupts the flow of thoughts and worries, and reduces physical tension and anxiety?

Accepted Answer

A) hypnopompic imagery. 
B) sensory adaptation. 
C) lucid dreaming. 
D) meditation.

Question 18

Regarding Freud's theory of dreams, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Freud proved that each dream has a single unambiguous meaning found in its lucid content. 
B) Freud believed that dreams reflect a person's current wishes and concerns but in a symbolized form. 
C) Freud realized that some dreams are trivial "day residues" or carryovers from ordinary waking events. 
D) Freud's psychodynamic theory of dreaming emphasized internal conflicts and unconscious forces.

Question 19

Researcher Herbert Benson believes that the core of meditation is the

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A) mantra used. 
B) relaxation response. 
C) basic suggestion effect. 
D) disinhibiting effects of the meditation label.

Question 20

Prolonged sleep loss can cause a major disruption of mental and emotional functioning characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and confusion called temporary

Accepted Answer

A) sleep apnea. 
B) chronic insomnia. 
C) sleep deprivation psychosis. 
D) narcolepsy.

Exam 5: States of Consciousness

Discuss the two theories of hypnosis, including Hilgard's demonstration involving the painful use of ice water.

Which of the following has NOT be shown to be an outcome of the regular use of meditation?

The neurocognitive dream theory was developed by

If drugs are considered necessary to maintain one's emotional well-being, then which of the following exists?

During the teen years, the quality and quantity of sleep time tends to

Experimental, social-recreational, intensive, and compulsive are classified as which type of psychoactive drug use?

At a "rave" party, Marilyn used MDMA. The physical effects of this drug include

By suspending a person between two chairs, a stage hypnotist demonstrates his or her

Chronic cannabis users are more prone to develop psychosis.

Today on campus, Cameron had a very stressful day, including being late to his first class, having pop tests in two classes, and being assigned two term papers both due the same week. Tonight when he goes to sleep, Cameron can expect to have an increase of

Sleep paralysis, which normally prevents us from moving during REM sleep, can also occur just as we are beginning to wake up. During these episodes, people sometimes experience __________ hallucinations.

Chandra is going to a nightclub and wants to overcome her shyness and meet new people, so a friend tells her about a drug that will make her relax and "feel good" and increase her desire to socialize. This drug is most likely

Alcohol, barbiturates, GHB, oxycodone, and benzodiazepine tranquilizers are all classified as

At the center of the activation-synthesis hypothesis of dreaming is the need to

According to research done on sleep restriction, if one misses an entire night's sleep, it is best to

From 1886 until 1906, Coca-Cola contained small amounts of cocaine, which were later replaced with caffeine.

Which of the following is a mental exercise that focuses attention, interrupts the flow of thoughts and worries, and reduces physical tension and anxiety?

Regarding Freud's theory of dreams, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Researcher Herbert Benson believes that the core of meditation is the

Prolonged sleep loss can cause a major disruption of mental and emotional functioning characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and confusion called temporary