Sleep Disorders (Module 24) Flashcards

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Insomniacs (insomnia)

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Persistent problems in falling or staying asleep.

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Narcolepsy

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Uncontrollable sleep attacks; linked to low levels of orexin.

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Sleep Apnea

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Cessation of breathing - Momentary reawakeness.

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REM sleep disorder

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Sleeper acts out their dreams.

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Night terrors

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Fear accompanied by physiological reactions

Occurs during stage 3.

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Nightmares

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Occurs during stage 4.

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Somnambulism

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Sleepwalking

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