Sleep is considered to be a state of
A) unconsciousness.
B) consciousness.
C) altered consciousness.
D) suspended consciousness.
E) overconsciousness.

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Sleep is considered a state of altered consciousness because, during sleep, awareness of the environment decreases, and the ability to respond to stimuli is reduced, but it is not completely absent as in unconsciousness. Conscious processes are different from when fully awake, indicating an altered state.

Sleep Is Considered to Be a State of