Kendall did not sleep at all last night. Today, Kendall notices that it is harder for her to come up with points and ideas in class, although usually she usually does very well during class discussions. Kendall's sleep deprivation is likely causing Kendall to experience _____ in class.

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Cognitive rigidity, which refers to difficulty in adapting to new information or changing one's approach to problem-solving, can be a consequence of sleep deprivation. Lack of sleep can impair cognitive flexibility, making it harder to generate new ideas or solutions.

Kendall Did Not Sleep at All Last Night