The Different Degrees of Sleep and Wakefulness Through Which Newborns

question 112

Multiple Choice

The different degrees of sleep and wakefulness through which newborns cycle,ranging from deep sleep to great agitation,are called

• A)social interaction.
• B)consciousness.
• C)states of arousal.
• D)attentiveness.

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Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A therapeutic technique aimed at reducing anxiety and fear responses by gradually exposing the individual to the feared object or context while teaching relaxation strategies.

Pathological Fear

An intense, irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity that is disproportionate to the actual threat or danger it poses.

Vivid Scenes

Vivid scenes refer to highly detailed and clear images or descriptions, often evoking strong mental or emotional responses.

Aversion Therapy

A form of psychological treatment where an undesirable behavior is paired with an unpleasant stimulus to reduce the behavior's occurrence.