Jestine and Nola Both Have Problems Sleeping

question 7

Essay

 Jestine and Nola both have problems sleeping. Jestine complains that it takes her forever to fall asleep at night, while Nola find that she falls asleep just fine but then has periods when she stops breathing. What disorders might these two women have? What might be the cause?

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Definitions:

Lung Cancer

A type of cancer that begins in the lungs and is often associated with smoking, but can also occur in non-smokers due to other factors.

Festinger

Leon Festinger was a social psychologist known for his theory of cognitive dissonance, which describes the discomfort felt when holding conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors.

Psychology Text

A written or digital publication concerning the study of the mind and behavior, often used for educational purposes.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state that describes the uncomfortable feeling when a person holds two or more conflicting cognitions, beliefs, attitudes, or values at the same time.