Sleep Hygiene
What is the recommended number of hours of sleep for adults?
7-9 hours
True or False: Everyone dreams every night, even if they don’t remember it.
True.
True or False: You can "catch up" on sleep during the weekend if you don’t sleep enough during the week.
False.
What is the condition where people have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep?
Insomnia.
True or False: Humans are the only species that experiences REM sleep.
False (many animals experience REM sleep, including mammals and birds).
Which of the following should you avoid right before bed?
a) Bright screens
b) Exercise
c) Caffeine
d) All of the above
d) All of the above.
What part of the brain is most active during dreaming?
The amygdala (responsible for emotions) and the visual cortex
Which of these myths is true?
a) You can function well on 4 hours of sleep.
b) Watching TV helps you fall asleep.
c) Drinking alcohol helps you sleep better
d)none of the above
None of the above.
Which disorder involves excessive daytime sleepiness, often due to the inability to stay awake?
Narcolepsy.
What is the term for the natural sleep-wake cycle that repeats roughly every 24 hours?
Circadian rhythm.
What does a "sleep routine" help with?
It helps signal your body when it’s time to wind down and go to sleep.
What is the term for recurring dreams or nightmares?
nightmare disorder
Which of these is NOT true?
a) Napping during the day can improve alertness.
b) People who snore always have sleep apnea.
c) Your body gets used to less sleep over time.
b) People who snore always have sleep apnea
What is the medical term for sleepwalking?
Somnambulism.
Which animal sleeps for up to 22 hours a day?
The koala.
What is the term for a sleep environment that is dark, quiet, and cool?
Sleep sanctuary.
What is the phenomenon when you can control what happens in your dream?
Lucid dreaming
What is the myth about "sleeping like a baby"?
Babies wake up frequently, so it’s not a good comparison to good sleep.
Which disorder involves pauses in breathing during sleep?
Sleep apnea
What’s the longest recorded time a person has gone without sleep?
11 days (by Randy Gardner).
What is the best type of light to expose yourself to in the morning to reset your circadian rhythm?
Natural sunlight.
What sleep stage is most associated with vivid dreams?
REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep.
True or False: You should use your bed only for sleep.
True.
What is the term for the condition where people experience leg discomfort and the urge to move them during sleep?
Restless Leg Syndrome.
True or False: Sleeping in on weekends can improve your cognitive function.
False (it doesn’t compensate for the loss of sleep during the week).