A Criticism of Activation-Synthesis Theory Is That

question 33

Multiple Choice

A criticism of activation-synthesis theory is that

• A) neural activity begins with the brain.
• B) dreams are random.
• C) life experiences stimulate and shape dreaming more than the theory acknowledges.
• D) dreams are caused by fluctuating levels of neurotransmitters.

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