While Dreaming, Your Roommate Jumps Up and Thrashes Around Violently

question 184

Multiple Choice

While dreaming, your roommate jumps up and thrashes around violently, acting out his dream.Your roommate is suffering from

• A)NREM behavior disorder.
• B)REM behavior disorder.
• C)narcolepsy.
• D)cataplexy.

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Definitions:

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in arousal and alertness, as well as in the stress response.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that contributes to feelings of well-being and happiness, playing a key role in regulating mood, appetite, and sleep.

Neurotransmitters

Chemicals found within the nervous system that transmit signals from one nerve cell to another, influencing mental and physical processes.

Mood Disorders

comprises a category of mental health disorders characterized by significant and persistent disturbances in a person's mood, affecting their emotional state and daily functioning.