The Brain Waves Typical of NREM Sleep Appear to Be

question 107

Multiple Choice

 The brain waves typical of NREM sleep appear to be the result of

• A) activity progressing from the pons to the lateral geniculate nucleus to the occipital cortex.
• B) activity in the POA of the hypothalamus.
• C) synchronization of cortical neurons by the thalamus.
• D) desynchronization of cortical neurons by the thalamus.

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Definitions:

Forgetting Curves

A graphical representation depicting how the ability to recall information declines over time without practice or reinforcement.

Proactive Interference

The tendency for previously learned information to hinder the recall of newly learned information.

Retention

Retention refers to the ability to maintain information over time in memory or to keep individuals engaged in a specific context or role.

Retention Interval

The period of time that elapses between the learning or acquisition of information and when it is retrieved or recalled.