Sleep Stages
How many sleep stages are there?
Four.
Black out curtains are used to block out ______. As it disrupts sleep.
Sunlight/Light
Sleep apnea
What is the ideal temperature on average to help someone sleep?
60 to 67 degrees
True
Its in coffee, it is in energy drinks, its in soda pop, and it is even in chocolate. What am I?
Caffeine
This is characterized by persistent difficulty falling or staying asleep. What am I?
Insomnia
Produced naturally by the pineal gland and sold as over the counter medication. What am I?
Melatonin
REM stands for?
Rapid Eye Movement.
Release of hormones that increase heart rate, breathing and blood pressure.
This disorders involves experiencing extreme uncontrollable daytime sleepiness. People even say individuals with this disorder experience sleep attacks. What am I?
Narcolepsy
Melatonin production is block by blue light. It is best to avoid this type of light _______ before bed.
30 to 60 minutes
True of False: Stage 3 is a restorative stage?
True! Tissue repair, immune strengthening and muscle growth occur.
Cortisol is known as the ________ hormone.
Stress
A disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move their legs. What am I?
Restless Legs Syndrome
This popular and relaxing tea is famous for helping you calm down and fall asleep. What am I?
Chamomile tea
During Stage 4 you begin to dream and your brain activity increases. You also experience _____ to prevent you from acting out your dreams.
What is atonia or muscle paralysis
This type of work seen in industries such as hospitality, healthcare, and manufacturing have been known to disrupt sleep patterns. What type of work am I?
Shift Work
Parasomnia
What fruit contains both magnesium and potassium, which naturally help you relax?