Chapter 6: Consciousness And Cognition Flashcards
1
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A cycle of bodily rhythm that occurs over a 24 hr period ex) sleep cycle
A
Circadian rhythm
2
Q
State in which thoughts feelings and sensations are clear and organized
A
Waking consciousness
3
Q
Brain Waves that indicate a state of relaxation of light sleep
A
Alpha waves
4
Q
Brain Waves that indicate early stages of sleep
A
Theta waves
5
Q
Increased amounts of REM sleep after being deprived of it for so long
A
REM rebound
6
Q
Disorder in which the person stops breathing for nearly half a minute
A
Sleep apnea
7
Q
The tendency to search for evidence that fits ones beliefs while ignoring any evidence that opposes
A
Confirmation bias
