Narcolepsy occurs when ________.
A) REM sleep intrudes into wakefulness
B) NREM sleep intrudes into wakefulness
C) inadequate sleep occurs over a period of weeks
D) inadequate levels of Stage 4 sleep cause neurological damage

Question

Narcolepsy occurs when ________.
A) REM sleep intrudes into wakefulness 
B) NREM sleep intrudes into wakefulness 
C) inadequate sleep occurs over a period of weeks
D) inadequate levels of Stage 4 sleep cause neurological damage

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder where the brain has difficulty regulating sleep-wake cycles. It is characterized by sudden and uncontrollable sleep attacks during daily activities. These sleep attacks are caused by REM sleep intruding into wakefulness, leading to symptoms such as cataplexy, sleep paralysis, hallucinations, and fragmented sleep at night.

Narcolepsy Occurs When ________