ASSIGNMENT: Oubada Alkowatli 2012M050 Objectives: Describe the stages of sleep and associated Disorders. Explain the treatment or interventions for these disorders. Stages of sleep: There are two types of sleep- Slow-wave sleep and Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep. Slow Wave Sleep:- This sleep is exceedingly restful and is associated with decreases in both peripheral vascular tone and many other vegetative functions of the body. For instance there are 10-30 percent decreases in blood pressure‚ respiratory
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these drugs take them to improve their focus‚ concentration‚ and memory during a test‚ homework‚ or while doing any other schoolwork. The debate of making Adderall legal or illegal is ongoing in many countries because it helps people with ADHD and narcolepsy but also is abused by students with a packed schedule. What truly is Adderall? Adderall is a form of amphetamine that is mainly used in the United States and Canada. This pill can be used in two forms‚ instant
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the middle of daily activities as simple as talking or eating but can become unsafe when the individual is driving or operating heavy machinery. Some patients with this condition suffer from EDS‚ cataplexy‚ hallucinations‚ obesity and paralysis (Narcolepsy and Sleep.). Medications can help alleviate symptoms such as Modafinil and Methylphenidate. Along with drug treatment‚ exercise and a routine nap schedule can
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Sleep Deprivation‚ Disorders‚ and Drugs April Ellis PSY/240 November 23‚ 2012 Emily Feaster I have many nights that I feel that I do not get enough sleep. I go to bed at a decent hour but I seem to always wake up after I have gone to bed and been in bed for a couple of hours and it is like clockwork every night. I do the same thing. I might sleep a total of about 3-4 hours a night every night. But one situation that I call say that I will never forget when I did not get
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Altered states of consciousness 1- Sleeping: Sleeping is defined as: Altered state of consciousness meaning losing awareness‚ unresponsiveness to the surrounding environment. Normal people spend one third of their life-time sleeping. Sleeping has many functions such as: improving mental health and maintaining the body in its healthy state and avoid the damage of tissues. Sleeping Hours: Age and condition | Sleep Needs | Newborns
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SLEEP DEPRIVATION Adam Preston 240 6-10-2012 JULIE DELICH SLEEP DEPRIVATION As a mid-aged adult with four children‚ I can count many sleepless nights. Some of the scariest moments have been while driving a long distance. On a trip to Florida I had 3 children along with myself as the only driver. The trip was approximately sixteen hours. The night prior to the trip I went to bed at a decent hour and waking having about nine good hours of sleep. During the trip about twelve hours in‚ I
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as a central nervous system stimulate. It (and it’s derivatives‚ such as methamphetamine and dextroamphetamine) is a commonly abused substance‚ but has therapeutic use in the treatment of narcolepsy and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. How is the amphetamines used? Therapeutic Uses: ADD/ADHD Narcolepsy Asthma or other lung disorders( stimulates bronchiole response) Weight Loss Non-therapeutic Users: Sports-to imorove performance Stay awake/alert in a person that does not have a sleeping
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The exposition (characters‚ plot‚ conflict‚ beginning)‚ starts off with Nicholas being sent to Rothchild’s End‚ while being escorted by Mr. Collums. I think this story is man vs. man‚ man vs. self‚ and man vs. nature. Nicholas has to cope with his narcolepsy‚ Spiders or bullies‚ adults‚ finding the treasure‚ and time. There are secret covers‚ diaries‚ and caves. The major conflict is finding the prize first. Nicholas is a very‚ very intelligent 9 year old. He
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Individuals with narcolepsy‚ anxiety‚ depression‚ or bipolar affective disorder are twice as likely to experience these phenomena at least once weekly (Knott). They can also occur more often with people who are under a lot of mental stress‚ or use drugs (prescription drugs included) and alcohol. Treatment for sleep hallucinations is usually not necessary‚ but for extreme cases of them the treatment falls to the cause. If excessive hallucinations are the result of narcolepsy‚ then the narcolepsy needs to
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feeling of worry‚nervousness‚or unease ‚typicall about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. 4.Amphetamine salt -is a potent central nervous system (CNS) stimulant that is used in the treatment of ADHD‚ narcolepsy and obesity. 5.Breastfeeding-is the feeding of babies and young children with milk from a woman’s breast.
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