Regarding Episodes That Occur During Sleep Paralysis, Which of the Following

question 20

Multiple Choice

Regarding episodes that occur during sleep paralysis, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)During these episodes, some people who have sleep-related hallucinations believe they have been abducted by space aliens or sexually abused.
• B)Earlier in history, people interpreted the hallucinated intruders in these episodes as angels, demons, or witches.
• C)A person who experiences the hallucinations, bizarre suffocating, or "out-of-body" experiences while in sleep paralysis have a condition known as REM behavior disorder.

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Definitions:

Implicit Memories

Memories that are not consciously recalled but influence behaviors and skills; they include procedural memory, like how to ride a bike.

Unconscious Thought

Mental processes that occur without conscious awareness, influencing behaviors, decisions, and emotions.

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies unconsciously employed to protect a person from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Self-Actualized People

Individuals who have achieved the highest level of psychological development, realizing their fullest potential and embracing their abilities and qualities.