In View of the Evidence,the Widespread Practice of Taking Melatonin

question 34

Multiple Choice

In view of the evidence,the widespread practice of taking melatonin to promote sleep is

• A) dangerous and should be stopped.
• B) definitely a waste of time.
• C) likely to be of no more than minor benefit.
• D) almost certain to have major sleep benefits in most people.
• E) almost certain to have major sleep benefits in people suffering from insomnia.

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Definitions:

Yerkes-Dodson

A theory describing the relationship between arousal and performance, suggesting there is an optimal level of arousal for maximum performance.

James-Lange Theory

A theory of emotion proposing that emotions occur as a result of physiological reactions to events, suggesting that bodily responses precede emotions and help in identifying them.

Physiological Changes

Alterations in the body's normal biological functions, which can be responses to various factors including stress, environmental changes, or health conditions.

Happiness

A state of well-being and contentment characterized by positive or pleasant emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy.