The Key Function Associated with the Reticular Formation Is the Control

question 251

Multiple Choice

The key function associated with the reticular formation is the control of:

• A)coordination of complex motor skills
• B)memory formation
• C)general arousal levels
• D)motivation and emotion

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Definitions:

NREM Stage 3

The third stage of non-rapid eye movement sleep, characterized by deep sleep and the presence of delta waves in the brain.

REM Sleep

A sleep phase characterized by rapid eye movement, during which vivid dreaming most often occurs and brain activity resembles that of the waking state.

NREM Stage 1

The initial phase of non-rapid eye movement sleep, characterized by light sleep and the transition from wakefulness into sleep.

Somnambulism

Also known as sleepwalking, a disorder that involves walking or performing other complex behaviors while asleep.