Here’s another chance to make any suggestions for the class, as we move into the second half of the semester!   Thanks all and have a great Spring Break!

Which sleep disorder is characterized by the inability to fall and/or stay asleep? 

Activation of the ___________ occurs when people daydream while engaging in a familiar mental task.

Parents assign difficult new chores after teen is stopped for speeding in his new car. What is this an example of? 

Condition in which learning takes place by watching the actions of others

Circadian rhythm is a naturally occurring 24 hour cycle.  

Detailed recollections of when and where we heard about shocking events (i.e., the beginning of COVID)

A kid misses an important goal at the end of his soccer game and is visibly upset. His parent tries to cheer him up by saying, “Just don’t think about it, it’ll be fine.”  You as a psychologist congratulate the parent on an effective pep talk. From what we know about the process of thought suppression, it is likely that this child will now start to relax. 

Type of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements and a high level of brain activity

Parents buy teen a new car as a reward for safe driving. What is this an example of?