The Waveforms Typical of NREM Sleep Appear to Be the Result

question 109

Multiple Choice

The waveforms 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 preoptic area of the hypothalamus.
• C) synchronization of cortical neurons by the thalamus.
• D) desynchronization of cortical neurons by the thalamus.

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Definitions:

Psychological Processes

Internal mental activities that underlie human behavior and function, such as perception, memory, and decision-making.

Hindbrain

The posterior part of the brain that includes the cerebellum and brainstem, involved in regulating basic life functions, movement, and maintaining balance.

Midbrain

A central part of the brainstem that plays a key role in vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal, and temperature regulation.

Forebrain

The anterior part of the brain, including the cerebrum and structures connected with it, responsible for complex behavioral and cognitive functions.