The Ever­widening Gender Gap in Crying Seems to Be Due

question 63

Multiple Choice

The ever­widening gender gap in crying seems to be due to:

• A)boys crying much more frequently throughout adolescence.
• B)girls crying much more frequently throughout adolescence.
• C)boys crying much less frequently throughout adolescence.
• D)girls crying much less frequently throughout adolescence.

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Definitions:

Delta Waves

Slow, high amplitude brainwaves of less than 4 Hz that are typically associated with the deepest stages of sleep and unconsciousness.

Sleep Deprivation

Any significant loss of sleep, resulting in problems in concentration and irritability.

Insomnia

Difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep, even when a person has the chance to do so, affecting physical and mental health.

Falling Asleep

The transition from wakefulness to sleep, marked by a decrease in bodily movement, responsiveness to external stimuli, and eventual entry into the sleep cycle.