Explain Why Nightmares Are More Common in Young Children Than

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Essay

Explain why nightmares are more common in young children than in older children.

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Definitions:

Fovea Centralis

A small depression in the retina of the eye where visual acuity is highest, responsible for sharp central vision.

Interoceptors

Sensory receptors located within the body that detect internal stimuli, such as changes in blood pressure or muscle tension.

Chemoreceptors

Sensory receptors that respond to chemical stimuli, such as changes in the concentration of chemicals in the environment, and help organisms respond to taste and smell.

Photoreceptors

These are specialized cells in organisms that respond to light, allowing for the perception of vision and light-related responses.