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Neurophysiology of Sleep: Key Terms and Concepts, Quizzes of Art

Definitions and key concepts related to the neurophysiology of sleep, including terms such as hans berger, eeg, rem, nrem, circadian rhythms, and various brain regions and neurotransmitters involved in sleep regulation. It also mentions key researchers in the field.

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2010/2011

Uploaded on 11/14/2011

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Download Neurophysiology of Sleep: Key Terms and Concepts and more Quizzes Art in PDF only on Docsity! TERM 1 Hans Berger (1873-1941) DEFINITION 1 Recorded first EEG in human in 1928.Sleep states can be defined by EEG activity (wave variations). TERM 2 REM DEFINITION 2 REM- active brain in paralyzed bodysawtooth wavesDreaming, irregular breathing, increased HR and metabolic brain activity TERM 3 NREM DEFINITION 3 Quiescent brain in movable body1-EMG moderate to low. Slow rolling eye movements2-EMG low. Bursts of distinctinve sinusoidal waves (sleep spindles)3-Slow High amplitude delta waves4-Delta waves come to dominate TERM 4 Circadian Rythms DEFINITION 4 Input-> Pacemaker -Suprachiamatic Nucleus (SCN) -> OutputOutput can effect sleep-wake, hormone regulation, body temp, GI tract and liver functionsAlpha- active phaseRho- quiescent phase TERM 5 Alexander A Bobely DEFINITION 5 Interaction between Circadian Clock and Sleep Homeostasis Behavior dependent Hourglass
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