What is the absolute threshold?

the minimum amount of stimuli that can be detected

What is the difference between manifest and latent content?

manifest is what you actually see in the dream, latent is the meaning

The activation-synthesis theory states:

dreams are just a result of random brain activity

The evolutionary theory about sleep says that:

we sleep to protect ourselves from predators

Sleep apnea involves:

difficulty breathing and sleeping

allows the body to stop responding to constant stimuli

What is the difference between sensation and perception?

sensation is detecting stimuli and perception is processing it

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PSYC 1013 Review for Exam #2

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1
Our eyes point inwards towards each other when we look at something close to us. What is this called?
figure ground
depth cues
binocular disparity
convergence
2
What is the absolute threshold?
the maximum amount of stimuli that can be detected
the minimum amount of stimuli that can be detected
the ability to notice a difference between two stimuli
the brain's ability to interpret dreams
3
What is the difference between manifest and latent content?
latent is what you actually see in a deam, manifest is the meaning
manifest is what you actually see in the dream, latent is the meaning
manifest is good, latent is bad
manifest content occurs early in the night while latent occurs later
4
The activation-synthesis theory states:
you're awesome
dreams are a window into the unconscious
dreams are just a result of random brain activity
dreams directly reflect cognitive development
5
Which of the following is a consequence of sleep deprivation?
higher immune system function
lowered blood pressure
memory impairment
weight loss
6
What are sleep spindles?
when you spin a web in your sleep
bursts of brain activity
strange dreams you have after eating cheese
irregular heartbeat during sleep
7
Which of these is NOT a stimulant?
alcohol
amphetamines
cocaine
caffeine
8
The evolutionary theory about sleep says that:
we sleep in order to fulfill our hidden desires
we sleep in order to form new memories
we sleep to protect ourselves from predators
we sleep to make ourselves more intelligent
9
What is the transparent covering over the eye called?
lens
retina
fovea
cornea
10
What causes a blind spot in the eye?
the fovea
the rods and cones
the optic nerve
the iris
11
Sleep apnea involves:
the inability to stay asleep
the inability to keep from falling asleep
abnormal behaviors during sleep
difficulty breathing and sleeping
12
What term describes the variety of symptoms that are experienced when one stops using a drug?
addiction
withdrawal
tolerance
substance use
13
How long does a circadian rhythm last?
24 hours
12 hours
18 hours
36 hours
14
During which stage of sleep are we most easily awakened?
stage 1
stage 2
REM
stage 3
15
The pinna is another name for:
the outer ear
the temporal lobe
the inner ear
the eye
16
Which of the following is NOT a side effect of stimulant drugs?
increased alertness
decreased appetite
sleepiness or drowsiness
agitation
17
Sensory adaptation:
is the min. amount of stimuli needed to experience sensation
prepares the body for fight or flight
prevents the body from responding to any stimulation
allows the body to stop responding to constant stimuli
18
What allows you to see at night?
the lens
cones
the iris
rods
19
One theory to help explain pain is the:
gate control theory
activation synthesis theory
opponent process theory
proprioception theory
20
What is the difference between sensation and perception?
sensation is processing stimuli while perception is detecting it
perception is converting stimuli into chemical signals
sensation is converting stimuli into electrical signals
sensation is detecting stimuli and perception is processing it

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