Which of the following is CORRECT concerning REM deprivation?

A) REM deprivation results in long-term mental illness.
B) REM deprivation only occurs among the elderly.
C) REM deprivation leads to increased amounts of REM sleep on subsequent nights of sleep.
D) REM deprivation can lead to visual impairments.

REM Deprivation

The process of preventing a person from entering Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep, a stage of sleep associated with vivid dreaming, which can affect mood and cognitive function.

Visual Impairments

A range of conditions that involve partial or total loss of vision, which cannot be corrected with standard eyeglasses or contact lenses.

Mental Illness

A broad category of conditions affecting mood, thinking, and behavior, typically characterized by distress and impairment in functioning.