Question 1

Daydreaming,meditation,intoxication,sleep,and hypnosis are all types of __________.&#10;A)altered states of consciousness&#10;B)self-awareness&#10;C)waking consciousness&#10;D)self-absorption

Accepted Answer

Altered states of consciousness refer to any state of wakefulness that differs from the normal or typical state of consciousness. The activities listed, such as daydreaming, meditation, intoxication, sleep, and hypnosis, all involve a shift in consciousness from the ordinary waking state.

Question 2

The most frequently used drug in Western societies is __________.&#10;A)alcohol&#10;B)nicotine&#10;C)cocaine&#10;D)marijuana

Accepted Answer

Alcohol is the most frequently used drug in Western societies, with a majority of adults consuming it regularly in some form. Nicotine and marijuana may also be widely used, but alcohol use is more prevalent and socially accepted. Cocaine use is significantly less common in the general population.

Question 3

The deepest stage of sleep is __________ sleep.&#10;A)Stage 1&#10;B)Stage 2&#10;C)REM&#10;D)Stage 4

Accepted Answer

Stage 4 sleep, also known as delta sleep or slow-wave sleep, is the deepest stage of sleep. It is characterized by slow brain waves called delta waves and is important for physical and mental restoration.

Question 4

Amphetamines are __________.&#10;A)barbiturates&#10;B)stimulants&#10;C)hallucinogens&#10;D)opiates

Accepted Answer

Amphetamines are stimulants, which increase overall neuronal activity and can lead to feelings of increased energy, alertness, and euphoria.

Question 5

Our awareness of various mental processes such as making decisions,daydreaming,reflecting,and concentrating is called __________.&#10;A)intelligence&#10;B)consciousness&#10;C)self-awareness&#10;D)creativity

Accepted Answer

The awareness of various mental processes such as making decisions, daydreaming, reflecting, and concentrating is referred to as consciousness. Intelligence refers to a person's ability to learn and understand information and apply it to different situations. Self-awareness is the ability to recognize one's own emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Creativity refers to the ability to come up with new ideas or solutions. Therefore, the best choice for this question is B) consciousness.

Question 6

Researchers investigating sleep __________.&#10;A)have observed a decrease in protein synthesis while we sleep&#10;B)have identified a substance destroyed during sleep&#10;C)have found a substance created only during sleep&#10;D)have not been able to fully explain why we sleep

Accepted Answer

While researchers have observed many changes in the brain and body during sleep, they have not been able to fully explain why we sleep.

Question 7

Cocaine is a(n)__________.&#10;A)opiate&#10;B)stimulant&#10;C)barbiturate&#10;D)hallucinogen

Accepted Answer

Cocaine is a stimulant drug that increases levels of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward, in the brain.

Question 8

Chemical substances that change moods and perceptions are called __________ drugs.&#10;A)psychosomatic&#10;B)analgesic&#10;C)psychoactive&#10;D)prescription

Accepted Answer

Psychoactive drugs are substances that cross the blood-brain barrier and affect mood, cognition, behavior, and perception. They are used recreationally or for therapeutic purposes, such as treating anxiety, depression, or pain. Analgesics are drugs that relieve pain. Prescription drugs are medications that can only be obtained with a doctor's prescription. Psychosomatic pertains to the mind-body connection and how mental factors can affect physical health.

Question 9

The low-voltage brain waves produced during relaxed wakefulness or the twilight stage between waking and sleeping are called __________ waves.&#10;A)alpha&#10;B)beta&#10;C)delta&#10;D)theta

Accepted Answer

The answer of The low-voltage brain waves produced during relaxed...

Question 10

Our sleeping-waking cycle follows a(n)__________ rhythm.&#10;A)infradian&#10;B)circadian&#10;C)diurnal&#10;D)ultradian

Accepted Answer

The term "sleeping-waking cycle" refers to the circadian rhythm, which is the 24-hour cycle that regulates our sleep-wake pattern. Therefore, choice B, circadian, is the correct answer.

Question 11

The trancelike state in which a subject responds readily to suggestions is __________.&#10;A)Stage 4 sleep&#10;B)hypnosis&#10;C)coma&#10;D)meditation

Accepted Answer

The answer of The trancelike state in which a subject...

Question 12

The active ingredient in marijuana is __________.&#10;A)PCB&#10;B)THC&#10;C)LSD&#10;D)PCP

Accepted Answer

The answer of The active ingredient in marijuana is __________.&#10;A)PCB&#10;B)THC&#10;C)LSD&#10;D)PCP...

Question 13

__________ are used today for treating insomnia,epilepsy and other disorders.&#10;A)Barbiturates&#10;B)Opiates&#10;C)Hallucinogens&#10;D)Stimulants

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ are used today for treating insomnia,epilepsy...

Deck 4: Consciousness: Sleep, Dreams, Hypnosis, and Drugs