what is the 1 stage of sleep
very light sleep muscle activity slows down.
Why is sleep important?
Good sleep improves your brain performance, mood, and health.
what people do when they sleep
The brain stores new information and gets rid of toxic waste.
Watching TV before bedtime is usually a bad idea because it is a very engaging medium.
True or False
True.
what is the 2 stage of sleep
breathing pattern and heart rate slows down body temperature decreases slightly.
Causes excessive sleepiness and frequent daytime sleep attacks.
Narcolepsy.
A natural sedative that can be used to treat restless legs syndrome.
Magnesium.
What is sleep
Sleep is a period of rest.
what is the 3 stage of sleep
deep sleep starts brain starts to generate slow delta waves.
The body adjusts quickly to different sleep schedules.
True or False
False.
A hormone found naturally in the body that can be purchased over-the-counter to help one fall asleep.
Melatonin.
Being tired and being sleepy are the same thing.
True or False
False.
what is the 4 stage of sleep
very deep asleep brain waves speed u and dreams occur hear rate increase.
what are 3 things, why sleep is important
Reduce stress and improve your mood.
Get sick less often.
Stay at a healthy weight.
An amino acid that is a precursor to serotonin, which is then converted to melatonin.
Tryptophan.
"Sleeping in" on the weekends is okay and will not negatively affect your weekday sleep schedule.
True or False
False.
what are the 5 stages of sleep
1. very light sleep muscle activity slows down
2.breathing pattern and heart rate slows down body temperature decreases slightly
3.deep sleep starts brain starts together slow delta waves.
4. very deep asleep muscle activity is limited.
5. REM asleep brain waves speed up and dreams occur heart rate increase.
what is important things about sleep
During sleep, your body is working to support healthy brain function and maintain your physical health.
Snacks with ______________, such as whole grain crackers before bed may promote sleep.
Carbohydrates.
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.