Question 1

____ is the term used to describe a relatively active phase in the sleep cycle,characterized by rapid eye movements and dreaming.

Accepted Answer

A)   Stage 1 sleep
B)   REM sleep
C)   NREM sleep
D)   Stage 4 sleep

Question 2

What does the term "psychological dependence" refer to?

Accepted Answer

A)   Physical dependence
B)   Mental and emotional dependence
C)   A personality trait
D)   Repressed addiction

Question 3

Marijuana is an example of a ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   depressant
B)   stimulant
C)   hallucinogen
D)   tranquilizer

Question 4

What is the theory that contends that hypnotized persons experience two streams of consciousness operating simultaneously,one actively responding to suggestions and the other passively observing?

Accepted Answer

A)   Off-line theory
B)   Neodissociation theory
C)   Psychoanalysis theory
D)   Problem-solving theory

Question 5

Which brain waves are irregular and associated with stage 1 sleep?

Accepted Answer

A)   Alpha
B)   Beta
C)   Theta
D)   Delta

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the effect of physical dependence?

Accepted Answer

A)   Less of the drug is needed for the same effect
B)   Stress relief is only experienced with the use of the drug
C)   There are no effects on the body
D)   Withdrawal of the drug interferes with functioning

Question 7

If you were a hypnotist and wanted your subject to forget everything that occurred during the session,which of the following would you likely induce?

Accepted Answer

A)   Posthypnotic amnesia
B)   Cognitive passivity
C)   Enriched fantasy
D)   Reduced reality testing

Question 8

Which theory contends that hypnosis is a normal waking state in which suggestible people behave as they think hypnotized people are supposed to behave?

Accepted Answer

A)   Role-playing theory
B)   Neodissociation theory
C)   Magnetism theory
D)   Behavioral theory

Question 9

Which of the following is the best example of a disruption of circadian rhythm?

Accepted Answer

A)   Shift work during normal sleeping hours
B)   Taking naps during the afternoon
C)   Occasionally working late to finish a project
D)   Studying while watching television

Question 10

According to Rosalind Cartwright,those who frequently dreamed about divorce-related problems,while going through a divorce,____.

Accepted Answer

A)   made a better adjustment to single life than those who did not dream much about their problems
B)   developed behavioral problems
C)   were not able to carry out social relationships
D)   All of the above

Question 11

Numerous studies indicate that the poor and the less educated are more likely to abuse various drugs than are people who have more money and education.Which of the following explains this observation?

Accepted Answer

A)   They experience lower levels of stress than do those who are rich and well schooled.
B)   They have lesser access to medical care for physical and psychological problems.
C)   It is accepted in their families.
D)   Both a and b

Question 12

The ability to respond to external cues during sleep,although diminished,is not absent.Which of the following examples best describes this characteristic of sleep?

Accepted Answer

A)   Alise's alarm clock was set to music and when it went off,the music became part of her dream.
B)   Alan found a solution to his tax dilemma in his dream.
C)   Sandy had a dream that someone was chasing her and she awoke in a sweat.
D)   Charlie woke up when he heard the car honking outside his window.

Question 13

What are the effects of marijuana use?

Accepted Answer

Marijuana has physiological and psycholo...

Question 14

Which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)   About 75 percent of people are night persons.
B)   Generally,we all have the same sleep patterns.
C)   Approximately half of all people fall somewhere between morning or night extremes.
D)   Different sleep patterns have nothing to do with our circadian body temperatures.

Question 15

How can meditation increase longevity among the elderly?

Accepted Answer

A)   By reducing the negative effects of cardiovascular disease and strengthening the immune system
B)   By reducing the time involved in physical activity thus saving the body from increased wear and tear
C)   By promoting quick absorption of medication
D)   All of the above

Question 16

Identify the term that refers to an awareness of one's self and one's environment that is different from a normal state.

Accepted Answer

A)   Consciousness
B)   Lucid dream
C)   Divided consciousness
D)   Altered state of consciousness

Question 17

Mental events that you are presently aware of are said to exist at the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   conscious level
B)   subconscious level
C)   preconscious level
D)   unconscious level

Question 18

According to research,young children who fail to get sufficient sleep at night or during nap times are at a greater risk for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   Nightmares
B)   Attachment problems
C)   Behavioral problems
D)   Problems with bodily functions

Question 19

Numerous studies find that ____ is effective in promoting relaxation and reducing physiological arousal.

Accepted Answer

A)   meditation
B)   hypnotism
C)   sleep
D)   None of the above

Question 20

Albert's blood pressure is very high and he has trouble focusing.Which of the following interventions would you recommend for him?

Accepted Answer

A)   Lucid dreaming
B)   Meditation
C)   Daydreaming
D)   Stimulants

Exam 5: Consciousness

____ is the term used to describe a relatively active phase in the sleep cycle,characterized by rapid eye movements and dreaming.

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Albert's blood pressure is very high and he has trouble focusing.Which of the following interventions would you recommend for him?

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Which theory contends that hypnosis is a normal waking state in which suggestible people behave as they think hypnotized people are supposed to behave?

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How can meditation increase longevity among the elderly?

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Numerous studies indicate that the poor and the less educated are more likely to abuse various drugs than are people who have more money and education.Which of the following explains this observation?

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Identify the term that refers to an awareness of one's self and one's environment that is different from a normal state.

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Marijuana is an example of a ____.

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What are the effects of marijuana use?

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What is the theory that contends that hypnotized persons experience two streams of consciousness operating simultaneously,one actively responding to suggestions and the other passively observing?

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Which of the following best describes the effect of physical dependence?

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Which brain waves are irregular and associated with stage 1 sleep?

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Mental events that you are presently aware of are said to exist at the ____.

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According to Rosalind Cartwright,those who frequently dreamed about divorce-related problems,while going through a divorce,____.

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The ability to respond to external cues during sleep,although diminished,is not absent.Which of the following examples best describes this characteristic of sleep?

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According to research,young children who fail to get sufficient sleep at night or during nap times are at a greater risk for which of the following?

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If you were a hypnotist and wanted your subject to forget everything that occurred during the session,which of the following would you likely induce?

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What does the term "psychological dependence" refer to?

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Numerous studies find that ____ is effective in promoting relaxation and reducing physiological arousal.

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Which of the following is true?

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Which of the following is the best example of a disruption of circadian rhythm?

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