Question 1

Describe the common effects of mescaline.

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Question 2

Controlled studies indicate that:

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A) phototherapy is effective in alleviating most cases of SAD. 
B) low levels of negative ions are effective in most cases of SAD. 
C) phototherapy is not effective in alleviating symptoms of SAD. 
D) SAD is not a true disorder.

Question 3

The psychoanalytic theory of dreaming states that:

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A) the purpose of dreaming is to express unconscious wishes,thoughts,and conflicts. 
B) there is no purpose to dreaming; dreams occur because of random brain stem signals. 
C) the purpose of dreaming is to resolve current concerns and problems. 
D) dreaming is a by-product of a process of eliminating or strengthening neural connections.

Question 4

Describe the results of abuse/addiction to mescaline.

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Question 5

One variation of the mental housekeeping view of dreams holds that during REM sleep,"reverse learning" occurs.In this view,dreams:

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A) reflect ongoing conscious concerns. 
B) are associated with the strengthening of synaptic connections. 
C) are merely the process by which useless information is deleted from memory. 
D) involve the re-learning of information acquired throughout the day.

Question 6

Biological rhythm is defined as an awareness of oneself and the environment.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Eye movements during sleep are:

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A) related to dream content. 
B) a result of random muscle contractions during sleep. 
C) related to the latent content of dreams. 
D) meaningful only to the dreamer.

Question 8

Which of the following statements most closely represents the activation-synthesis model of dreaming?

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A) Dreams originate with an unconscious wish or motive. 
B) Dreams result from neural signals in the brain stem that stimulate areas of the brain's cortex. 
C) A dream will occur only if a person has an unresolved conflict or problem. 
D) Latent content is more important than manifest content in the interpretation of dreams.

Question 9

Describe the common effects of morphine.

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Question 10

NREM sleep is characterized by:

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A) slow,rolling eye movements. 
B) vivid,unrealistic dreams. 
C) slow brain waves called delta waves. 
D) muscle paralysis.

Question 11

Hypnosis is a procedure in which a practitioner suggests changes in the sensations,perceptions,thoughts,feelings,or behaviours of the subject.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A trip to the grocery store reveals products for PMS.How common is PMS? What are the major findings from research on hormones and mood?

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Question 13

Entrainment is defined as:

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A) the synchronization of biological rhythms with external cues. 
B) an awareness of oneself and the environment. 
C) a biological fluctuation that occurs less frequently than once a day. 
D) a biological fluctuation that is about 24 hours from peak to peak.

Question 14

Does the menstrual cycle affect moods? Explain your answer.

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Question 15

In chronic sleep deprivation,high levels of cortisol may damage brain cells that are necessary for learning and memory.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Phillip has been suffering from insomnia for eight months.When he sees his doctor he asks if he might prescribe something to aid him in falling asleep.If his doctor were to prescribe medication,it would likely be a/an:

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A) stimulant. 
B) opiate. 
C) amphetamine. 
D) tranquilizer.

Question 17

When marijuana is abused,the resulting effects may include:

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A) throat and lung irritation,and impaired immunity. 
B) impaired motor and sensory function,as well as impaired permanent storage of new information,withdrawal symptoms,and possibly death. 
C) loss of appetite,nausea,constipation,withdrawal symptoms,and possibly death. 
D) psychosis,paranoia,and panic reactions.

Question 18

Research in sleep laboratories reveals that the slow,rolling eye movements that characterize the onset of sleep continue throughout the night.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The pineal gland secretes ________,a hormone that helps to keep the biological clock in phase with the light-dark cycle.

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A) cortisol 
B) progesterone 
C) serotonin 
D) melatonin

Question 20

Consciousness is defined as an awareness of oneself and the environment.

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A) True 
 B)False

Exam 5: Body Rhythms and Mental States

Describe the common effects of mescaline.

Controlled studies indicate that:

The psychoanalytic theory of dreaming states that:

Describe the results of abuse/addiction to mescaline.

One variation of the mental housekeeping view of dreams holds that during REM sleep,"reverse learning" occurs.In this view,dreams:

Biological rhythm is defined as an awareness of oneself and the environment.

Eye movements during sleep are:

Which of the following statements most closely represents the activation-synthesis model of dreaming?

Describe the common effects of morphine.

NREM sleep is characterized by:

Hypnosis is a procedure in which a practitioner suggests changes in the sensations,perceptions,thoughts,feelings,or behaviours of the subject.

A trip to the grocery store reveals products for PMS.How common is PMS? What are the major findings from research on hormones and mood?

Entrainment is defined as:

Does the menstrual cycle affect moods? Explain your answer.

In chronic sleep deprivation,high levels of cortisol may damage brain cells that are necessary for learning and memory.

Phillip has been suffering from insomnia for eight months.When he sees his doctor he asks if he might prescribe something to aid him in falling asleep.If his doctor were to prescribe medication,it would likely be a/an:

When marijuana is abused,the resulting effects may include:

Research in sleep laboratories reveals that the slow,rolling eye movements that characterize the onset of sleep continue throughout the night.

The pineal gland secretes ________,a hormone that helps to keep the biological clock in phase with the light-dark cycle.

Consciousness is defined as an awareness of oneself and the environment.