6.4 Applications of Sleep Research

• Narcolepsy is caused by a lack of the sleep-regulating chemical hypocretin
• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps treat insomnia by identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors
• What are the symptoms of sleep apnea?

  Loud snoring and headaches
• Cataplexy, a symptom of narcolepsy, is characterized by sudden loss of muscle tone
• What is the primary symptom of narcolepsy related to daytime alertness?

  Excessive daytime sleepiness
• Match the symptom of narcolepsy with its description:

  Excessive Daytime Sleepiness ↔️ Overwhelming fatigue during the day

  Cataplexy ↔️ Sudden loss of muscle tone

  Sleep Paralysis ↔️ Inability to move or speak

  Hallucinations ↔️ Vivid, dreamlike experiences
• With proper management, individuals with narcolepsy can lead relatively normal lives.


  True
• Sleep apnea is often caused by obesity, large tonsils, or nasal congestion
• Common causes of sleep apnea include obesity, large tonsils, and nasal congestion
• Match the treatment for narcolepsy with its purpose:

  Medications ↔️ Regulate sleep-wake cycles

  Lifestyle Changes ↔️ Maintain a consistent sleep schedule

  Behavioral Therapy ↔️ Develop coping strategies
• Cataplexy in narcolepsy is often triggered by strong emotions.

  True
• Lifestyle changes for narcolepsy include avoiding alcohol and caffeine
• Stimulants are commonly used to regulate sleep-wake cycles in narcolepsy, but they should be used under medical supervision
• Match the impact of sleep disorders with their corresponding condition:

  Insomnia ↔️ Difficulty concentrating and reduced productivity

  Sleep Apnea ↔️ Increased risk of cardiovascular problems

  Narcolepsy ↔️ Social isolation due to unpredictable symptoms
• What is the primary goal of treatment strategies for sleep disorders?

  Improve sleep quality
• What does a CPAP machine do for sleep apnea?

  Keeps the airway open
• Match the sleep disorder with its definition:

  Insomnia ↔️ Difficulty falling or staying asleep

  Sleep Apnea ↔️ Repeated pauses in breathing during sleep

  Narcolepsy ↔️ Excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks
• Loud snoring, daytime sleepiness, and morning headaches are symptoms of sleep apnea
• Sleep apnea can increase the risk of cardiovascular problems such as high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke
• How does insomnia impact daily life?

  Difficulty concentrating, fatigue
• What is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for insomnia?

  A psychological treatment approach
• What does CPAP stand for in the treatment of sleep apnea?

  Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
• Alcohol and caffeine should be avoided by individuals with narcolepsy.


  True
• Actigraphy uses a wearable device to monitor sleep-wake cycles.


  True
• CBT is highly effective for addressing insomnia and improving sleep quality.


  True
• Stimulants are used to regulate sleep-wake cycles in narcolepsy.


  True
• What is one emerging technology in sleep research?

  Wearable sleep tracking devices
• Stress is a common cause of insomnia.


  True
• Poor sleep habits can contribute to insomnia.


  True
• Anxiety is a common cause of insomnia.


  True
• Sleep apnea is often caused by obesity, large tonsils, or nasal congestion
• What is the primary cause of narcolepsy?

  Lack of hypocretin
• Narcolepsy treatments often include stimulants to regulate sleep-wake cycles.


  True
• Sleep paralysis involves the temporary inability to move or speak when waking up or falling asleep.


  True
• The primary cause of narcolepsy is a lack of hypocretin
• What are common causes of insomnia?

  Stress, anxiety, poor habits
• What is the main characteristic of sleep apnea?

  Repeated pauses in breathing
• Sleep apnea can lead to cardiovascular problems, metabolic issues, and cognitive impairment.

  True
• The primary cause of narcolepsy is a lack of the chemical hypocretin
• Match the symptom of narcolepsy with its description:

  Hallucinations ↔️ Vivid, dreamlike experiences during sleep-wake transitions

  Cataplexy ↔️ Sudden loss of muscle tone triggered by strong emotions

  Excessive Daytime Sleepiness ↔️ Overwhelming feelings of fatigue during the day

  Sleep Paralysis ↔️ Temporary inability to move or speak