Sleep Deprivation Can Result in All of the Following EXCEPT

question 260

Multiple Choice

Sleep deprivation can result in all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) decline of hormones necessary for proper immune system.
• B) decline in mental flexibility, attention, and creativity.
• C) occurrence of hallucinations and delusions.
• D) increased muscle pain and lack of coordination.

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Definitions:

Critical Period

A specific time during an organism's development when it is particularly receptive to certain stimuli, which has a long-lasting influence on behavior and learning.

Critical Period

A specific time during development when the organism is particularly sensitive to certain environmental stimuli, and its absence can lead to irreversible consequences.

Preoperational Stage

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring from ages 2 to 7, characterized by symbolic thinking and egocentrism.

Object Permanence

Understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, heard, or otherwise sensed; usually develops in infancy.