AP Psychology Practice Test

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What does REM rebound refer to?

The increase of REM sleep after being deprived of it
The reduction of REM sleep over time
The need for more sleep after experiencing hypnosis
The deepening of REM sleep during regular sleep cycles

The correct answer is: The increase of REM sleep after being deprived of it

REM rebound refers to the phenomenon where an individual experiences an increased amount of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep following a period of deprivation from it. When someone is deprived of REM sleep, whether due to sleep disorders, disturbances, or intentionally altering sleep patterns, the body compensates during subsequent sleep sessions by entering REM sleep more quickly and spending a longer duration in this state. This reflects the body's innate drive to restore balance and fulfill its biological sleep needs. The process highlights the importance of REM sleep, which is crucial for various functions such as memory consolidation, emotional regulation, and cognitive processing. Thus, when the body is deprived of REM, it responds by prioritizing this stage during recovery sleep, illustrating how adaptable and significant sleep cycles are for overall health.