REM Sleep Is Called Paradoxical Sleep Because

question 154

Multiple Choice

REM sleep is called paradoxical sleep because:

• A) the body does not need REM sleep, but does need regular sleep
• B) although asleep, the brain waves are virtually identical to those recorded while awake
• C) dreams often make no sense to the individual once they are awake
• D) REM sleep occurs immediately following Stage 1 sleep and immediately before Stage 2 sleep

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Definitions:

Somatic Nervous

Part of the peripheral nervous system that controls voluntary movements of the body and transmits sensory information to the central nervous system.

Peripheral System

Refers to the peripheral nervous system, which consists of all the nerves that branch out from the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system) to the rest of the body, facilitating communication between the CNS and the limbs and organs.

Autonomic Nervous

Part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions of the visceral muscles and internal organs, including heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.

Brain

The central organ of the human nervous system, housed in the skull and responsible for controlling and coordinating all voluntary and involuntary activities, along with processing sensory information.