Adam Slept Peacefully Through Most of the Night and Then

question 162

Multiple Choice

Adam slept peacefully through most of the night and then at 5:00 a.m. he woke up sobbing. When his parents asked what had scared him, he told them that monsters came through the wall to attack him, and no matter how fast he ran he couldn't get away. Even though his parents told him it was just a bad dream, Adam was afraid to go back to sleep. From this description, what did Adam experience?

• A)a nightmare
• B)a night terror
• C)sleep seizure
• D)sleep apnea

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Definitions:

Emotional Exhaustion

A state of feeling emotionally worn-out and drained as a result of accumulated stress from personal or work life.

Type B Personality

Characterized by a generally laid-back, less competitive, and less stressed approach to life, in contrast to Type A personality.

Fight-Or-Flight Response

A physiological reaction to perceived danger or threat, preparing the body to either confront or flee from the situation.

Daily Hassles

The daily annoyances, such as getting stuck in traffic or misplacing your keys, that can cause stress in your life.