Test your knowledge about sleep with these engaging questions.
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What is the average amount of sleep an adult needs per night?
7-9 hours
10-12 hours
3-4 hours
5-6 hours
76% got this right
Most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep for optimal health.
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How many hours of sleep does a newborn typically need per day?
10 —
16
— 22
92% got this right
Newborns often sleep around 16 hours a day.
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Which stage of sleep is associated with dreaming?
REM sleep
Deep sleep
Light sleep
NREM sleep
21% got this right
REM sleep is when most dreaming occurs.
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Select the benefits of getting enough sleep.
Better mood
Improved memory
Higher blood pressure
Increased stress
62% got this right
Adequate sleep improves memory and mood.
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What hormone is primarily responsible for regulating sleep?
Melatonin
Cortisol
Dopamine
Serotonin
51% got this right
Melatonin helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle.
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Which condition is characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep?
Insomnia
Narcolepsy
Restless legs syndrome
Sleep apnea
51% got this right
Insomnia affects the ability to fall or stay asleep.
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Order the stages of the sleep cycle.
1.
NREM Stage 1
2.
NREM Stage 2
3.
NREM Stage 3
4.
REM
93% got this right
The sleep cycle progresses through these stages.
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What is the term for a short nap taken during the day?
Power nap
Cat nap
Deep nap
Quick nap
31% got this right
A power nap is a short, refreshing nap.
