word puzzle1 Flashcards
a sleep disorder in which a person has trouble breathing
while asleep.
apnea
a condition characterized by suddenly falling asleep or
feeling very sleepy during the day
narcolepsy
the focusing of attention to clear one’s mind and produce relaxation
meditation
A state of consciousness resulting from a narrowed focus of attention and characterized by heightened suggestibility
hypnosis
chemicals that affect the central nervous system and result in altered consciousness
psychoactive drugs
drugs that often produce hallucinations
hallucinogens
a stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, a high level of brain activity, a deep relaxation of the muscles and dreaming.
REM sleep
the process of learning to control bodily states with the help of machines monitoring the states to be controlled
Biofeed back
perceptions that have no external cause
hallucinations
the dried leaves and flowers of Indian Hemp (Cannabis Sativa) that produce an altered state of consciousness when
smoked or ingested
Marijuana
the failure to get enough sleep at night in
order to feel rested the next day
insomnia
A suggestion made during hypnosis that
influences the participant’s behavior afterward
post-hypnotic suggestion.
the rhythm of activity and inactivity lasting
approximately one day
circadian rhythm
a potent psychedelic drug that produces
distortions of perception and thought
LSD
Sleep disorder that occurs during Stage 4 of sleep, involving screaming, panic, or
confusion
night terrors
a state of awareness, including a person’s
feelings, sensations, ideas, and perceptions
consciousness
Walking or carrying out behaviors while
asleep
sleep walking
unpleasant dreams
nightmares
