Periods of REM Sleep Alternate with Periods of Non-REM Sleep

question 66

Multiple Choice

Periods of REM sleep alternate with periods of non-REM sleep in a cycle that recurs about every _______________ minutes or so.

• A)30
• B)90
• C)150
• D)210

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Definitions:

Biofeedback

A technique that teaches individuals to control physiological processes, such as heart rate or muscle tension, through the use of monitoring devices.

Paradoxical Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement (REM) and physiological similarities to being awake, often associated with vivid dreaming.

Theta Waves

A type of brainwave pattern associated with sleep and deep relaxation, often linked to creativity and emotional connection.

Wakefulness

The state of being alert and engaged with the environment, contrasting with sleep.