The Psychology of Dreams

1. What is the primary purpose of dreaming according to many psychologists?

A) To provide entertainment.
B) To process emotions and experiences.
C) To predict the future.
D) To communicate with the dead.

2. According to Freud, dreams are a form of what?

A) Cognitive therapy.
B) Neurotransmitter activity.
C) Wish fulfillment.
D) Sleep deprivation.

3. What stage of sleep is most associated with vivid dreaming?

A) Light sleep.
B) Deep sleep.
C) NREM stage 1.
D) REM sleep.

4. What is the term for repeated nightmares that disrupt sleep?

A) Nightmare disorder.
B) Sleepwalking.
C) Insomnia.
D) Sleep apnea.

5. What is the main difference between nightmares and night terrors?

A) Nightmares are dreams, night terrors are not.
B) Nightmares happen only in childhood.
C) Night terrors are always about death.
D) Nightmares occur during REM sleep, while night terrors occur during NREM sleep.

6. What is a common psychological effect of dreaming about trauma?

A) Laughing.
B) Clear memories.
C) Vivid colors.
D) Nightmares.

7. What can cause an increase in vivid dreaming?

A) Sleep deprivation.
B) Excessive caffeine.
C) Regular sleep schedule.
D) High protein diet.

8. A common theme in dreams is:

A) Shopping.
B) Falling.
C) Eating.
D) Walking.

9. Which psychologist is known for their work on the interpretation of dreams?

A) Sigmund Freud.
B) B.F. Skinner.
C) Carl Rogers.
D) Jean Piaget.

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