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Many Cases of Insomnia Are Caused by Drugs Prescribed to Treat

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Many cases of insomnia are caused by drugs prescribed to treat them. Disorders caused by medical treatment are termed __________.


Definitions:

Parasympathetic Nervous System

The part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for relaxation and conserving energy by slowing the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Polygraph

A machine, commonly called a lie detector, that monitors changes in the body, and is used to try to determine whether someone is lying.

Error Rate

The frequency at which errors occur in a process or system, often used as a measure of performance or reliability.

Amygdala

A set of neurons located deep in the brain's medial temporal lobe, playing key roles in the processing of emotions.

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