Question 1

Sigmund Freud would agree that the key to a dream's meaning will be found in its manifest content.

Accepted Answer

Sigmund Freud believed that the key to a dream's meaning was found in its latent content or hidden unconscious desires, rather than its manifest content or surface-level storyline.

Question 2

There is hope for recovery if the patient improves within the first few months of persistent vegetative state (PVS),but the chances for recovery decrease sharply between 6 and 12 months.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that patients who improve within the first few months of PVS have a higher chance of recovery, while the chances decrease significantly after 6 to 12 months. However, it is important to note that every case is unique and some patients may still recover even after 12 months.

Question 3

The &#34;preserve and protect&#34; theory of dreaming states that the purpose of dreaming is to reduce the likelihood of people encountering predators.

Accepted Answer

The "preserve and protect" theory of dreaming suggests that the purpose of dreaming is to help people reflect on and consolidate memories, emotions, and experiences, which in turn can aid in problem-solving and reducing anxiety, but it does not specifically mention the reduction of likelihood of encountering predators.

Question 4

Insomnia is a disorder characterized by the temporary inability to breathe during sleep and results in the person gasping for air.

Accepted Answer

Insomnia is actually a disorder characterized by the inability to fall asleep or stay asleep, without necessarily affecting breathing. However, sleep apnea, a different sleep disorder, is characterized by temporary pauses or interruptions in breathing during sleep, resulting in gasping or choking for air.

Question 5

Cocaine is a natural drug that is synthesized from leaves.

Accepted Answer

Cocaine is derived as an extract from the leaves of the coca plant, which is a natural substance. However, the extraction process involves several chemical processes, making cocaine a synthetic drug.

Question 6

Relatively few people use prescription drugs for nonmedical purposes.

Accepted Answer

According to various studies, a significant number of people misuse prescription drugs for nonmedical purposes, which has become a major public health concern.

Question 7

One technique to improve sleep is to stay in bed for 30 minutes.If you are not asleep by then,get up and do something else until you are about to fall asleep,then return to bed.

Accepted Answer

This technique is called the "30-minute rule" and is commonly recommended by sleep experts to help improve sleep efficiency. The idea is to avoid spending extended periods of time lying in bed awake, which can contribute to worsening insomnia over time. By getting up and doing a quiet, non-stimulating activity until feeling drowsy, you can prime your body and mind for a better night's sleep.

Question 8

Hypnosis increases the overall accuracy of memory and can help individuals retrieve forgotten memories.

Accepted Answer

While hypnosis may increase the subjective experience of memory retrieval, it does not necessarily improve the accuracy of memories or allow individuals to retrieve memories that they could not access otherwise. In fact, there is some evidence to suggest that hypnosis can even lead to false memories.

Question 9

Melatonin,a hormone involved in the regulation of circadian rhythms,is secreted by the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN)of the hypothalamus.

Accepted Answer

Melatonin is secreted by the pineal gland, not the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) of the hypothalamus. The SCN regulates the timing of melatonin production by the pineal gland.

Question 10

Hypnosis has been shown to be an effective,long-term strategy to quit smoking for most people who tried the treatment.

Accepted Answer

While hypnosis can be an effective tool for some individuals trying to quit smoking, its long-term effectiveness varies greatly among individuals, and it is not considered a universally effective long-term strategy for most people.

Deck 5: A: Consciousness