Asked by Facundo Grimberg on May 30, 2024

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Jean just drove all night long and hasn't slept for over 24 hours. When she finally gets home, Jean dreams more than she normally does. This is an example of __________

A) sleep cycles.
B) REM sleep.
C) NREM sleep.
D) REM rebound.

REM Rebound

The increased amount of REM sleep that occurs after REM deprivation.

NREM Sleep

Non-Rapid Eye Movement Sleep, encompassing all sleep stages except for REM, characterized by slower brain waves and decreased bodily movement.

Sleep Cycles

The phases of sleep that an individual goes through in a typical night, including stages of non-REM (Rapid Eye Movement) and REM sleep, each characterized by different brain activities and physiological responses.

  • Understand the concept of REM rebound and its causes.
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Tucker ElliottJun 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
REM rebound is when someone experiences an increase in the amount and intensity of REM sleep after being deprived of it. In this case, since Jean hasn't slept for over 24 hours, her increase in dreaming is likely a result of REM rebound.