Sleep Stages Flashcards
Light sleep
Stage 2
Deep, resting sleep
Stage 3
Super deep sleep
Stage 4
Brain paralyzes muscles
REM
Own 24 hour sleep cycle
Circadian rhythm
Can’t get to sleep/stay asleep
Insomnia
Physical blockage makes stop breathing
Sleep apnea
Uncontrollable urge to sleep randomly
Narcolepsy
Hidden meanings can be found through symbols in the dream
Freuds wish-fulfillment Dream theory
Sort out day’s events and process memories
Information processing dream theory
Create simulation
Physiological function dream theory
Neural activity during dreams triggers random visuals, which our brain then weaves into stories
Activation synthesis dream theory
Dreams reflect dreamers cognitive development, their knowledge and understanding
Cognitive dream theory
Temperature and pulse drops
Stage 1