For the Past Month Michael Has Had Difficulty Falling Asleep

question 35

Multiple Choice

For the past month Michael has had difficulty falling asleep at night. Even though he goes to bed at his usual time, he lies awake for several hours before he finally drifts off to sleep. As a result, Michael has only been getting five to six hours of sleep, instead of the eight hours he is used to. Michael is likely to find that his lack of sleep leads to

• A) the inability to solve complex problems.
• B) impaired attention.
• C) hallucinations and general disorientation.
• D) night terrors when he actually does fall asleep.

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Definitions:

Depression

A mental health disorder marked by persistent sadness, lack of interest in activities, and may include various physical symptoms.

Rough-And-Tumble Play

Energetic forms of play involving running, chasing, play-fighting, and tumbling, which is common in early childhood and serves as a way for children to develop physical and social skills.

Competitive Play

A form of play where individuals or teams compete against each other with objectives and rules, emphasizing winning and skill development.

Eating Out

The act of dining at a restaurant or an establishment outside of the home instead of preparing meals oneself.