Watching TV before bedtime is usually a bad idea because it is a very engaging medium.
True.
100
Characterized by an inability to initiate or maintain sleep.
Insomnia.
100
It is not harmful to eat a big meal before bedtime.
False.
100
A hormone found naturally in the body that can be purchased over-the-counter to help one fall asleep.
Melatonin.
200
The body adjusts quickly to different sleep schedules.
False.
200
Causes excessive sleepiness and frequent daytime sleep attacks.
Narcolepsy.
200
A cool, well-ventilated room is the ideal environment conducive to good sleep.
True.
200
A natural sedative that can be used to treat restless legs syndrome.
Magnesium.
300
People need less sleep as they grow older.
False.
300
Characterized by an unpleasant “creeping” sensation, often feeling like it is originating in the lower legs, but often associated with aches and pains throughout the legs.
Restless Legs Syndrome, or RLS.
300
"Sleeping in" on the weekends is okay and will not negatively affect your weekday sleep schedule.
False.
300
A substance found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and soft drinks, which can cause insomnia or restlessness.
Caffeine.
400
Being tired and being sleepy are the same thing.
False.
400
Characterized by abnormal pauses in breathing or instances of abnormally low breathing during sleep.
Sleep apnea.
400
Warm milk and foods high in the amino acid tryptophan, such as bananas, may help you to sleep.
True.
400
Snacks with ______________, such as whole grain crackers before bed may promote sleep.
Carbohydrates.
500
Everybody needs 8 hours of sleep.
False.
500
Engaging in activities that are normally associated with wakefulness (such as eating or dressing), which may include walking, without the conscious knowledge of the subject.
Sleepwalking.
500
Using your bed for other activities besides sleep, such as doing homework, reading, etc will not affect your sleeping patterns.
False.
500
An amino acid that is a precursor to serotonin, which is then converted to melatonin.