Which of the following is true of the effects of sleep deprivation?

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Sleep deprivation is cumulative in nature, meaning that the longer someone goes without adequate sleep, the more severe the effects become.

Answer: B 
 While the body may adapt to short periods of reduced sleep, this is not the same as developing a tolerance. Over time, sleep deprivation takes a toll on physical and mental health, regardless of whether the individual has grown used to feeling tired.

Answer: N/A 
 Sleep deprivation affects both men and women similarly; there is no evidence to suggest that it is more pronounced in one sex over the other.

Answer: D 
 This statement is false. Sleep deprivation increases stress levels, making it more difficult for the body to handle stressors and leading to a higher risk of developing stress-related disorders.

Which of the Following Is True of the Effects of Sleep