Sleep Is Produced Physiologically by

question 97

Multiple Choice

Sleep is produced physiologically by

• A)sleep-promoting chemicals in the bloodstream.
• B)the brain shutting down.
• C)a sleep hormone collecting in the brain and spinal cord.
• D)changes in one's blood pressure.

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Definitions:

Antidepressant

A medication or other intervention that is used to treat depressive disorders and alleviate symptoms of depression.

Antipsychotic Drugs

Medications used to treat psychiatric conditions by altering brain chemistry, particularly for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Neuroleptics

A class of medication primarily used to manage psychosis, particularly in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

A class of medications used to treat depression by inhibiting the enzyme responsible for breaking down neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine.