REM behavior disorder results from ________.
A) too much sleep
B) not enough sleep
C) failure of the brain mechanisms to block brain signals to the muscles
D) deterioration of the medial hypothalamus

Question

REM behavior disorder results from ________.
A) too much sleep
B) not enough sleep 
C) failure of the brain mechanisms to block brain signals to the muscles 
D) deterioration of the medial hypothalamus

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

REM behavior disorder occurs when the brain mechanisms that usually block signals to the muscles during REM sleep fail to function properly, allowing people to physically act out their dreams while asleep. This can result in injury to the person or their bed partner. Too much or too little sleep and deterioration of the medial hypothalamus are not known to be direct causes of REM behavior disorder.

REM Behavior Disorder Results from ________