Psychoactive Substances and Sleep Disorders Quiz

Test your knowledge of somnology with questions on psychoactive substances, sleep disorders, effects, and consequences.

#1

Which of the following is a psychoactive substance?

Caffeine
Vitamin C
Iron
Calcium
#2

Which of the following sleep disorders is characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep?

Insomnia
Narcolepsy
Sleep apnea
Night terrors
#3

Which sleep disorder is characterized by pauses in breathing or shallow breathing during sleep?

Insomnia
Narcolepsy
Sleep apnea
Night terrors
#4

Which sleep disorder is characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep during the day?

Insomnia
Narcolepsy
Sleep apnea
Night terrors
#5

Which sleep disorder is characterized by episodes of abrupt awakening from sleep, usually accompanied by intense fear or anxiety?

Insomnia
Narcolepsy
Sleep apnea
Night terrors
#6

What is a common effect of consuming psychoactive substances?

Increased heart rate
Reduced appetite
Improved memory
Decreased blood pressure
#7

Which neurotransmitter is commonly affected by psychoactive substances?

Serotonin
Insulin
Estrogen
Glucagon
#8

Which of the following is a stimulant psychoactive substance?

LSD
Marijuana
Cocaine
Heroin
#9

What is a potential consequence of long-term use of psychoactive substances?

Improved cognitive function
Increased risk of addiction
Reduced heart rate
Enhanced immune response
#10

Which of the following is a depressant psychoactive substance?

Caffeine
Alcohol
Nicotine
Ecstasy
#11

Which of the following is a symptom of REM sleep behavior disorder?

Acting out dreams
Inability to move
Nightmares
Sleepwalking
#12

What is a symptom of narcolepsy?

Insomnia
Cataplexy
Sleepwalking
Nightmares
#13

What is a symptom of sleep apnea?

Excessive daytime sleepiness
Nightmares
Sleepwalking
Sleep paralysis
#14

What is a symptom of sleepwalking?

Acting out dreams
Inability to move
Sleep paralysis
Walking or performing other complex behaviors while asleep

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