States of Consciousness: Sleep Deprivation
Two of the more common states of consciousness are sleep and dreams. Many individuals do not get a substantial quantity or quality of sleep. To understand sleep deprivation, you need to first
understand circadian rhythms. Most animals have adapted to the earth’s cycle of days and nights by developing a pattern of bodily functions that wax and wane over each 24-hour period.
Disruptions in circadian rhythms and sleep deprivation pose several hazards to humans.
For this essay, describe how circadian rhythms are associated with sleep deprivation.
Complete the following:
1. Describe how circadian rhythms are associated with sleep deprivation.
2. Explain the results of the sleep deprivation assessment.
3. Do you agree, or disagree, with the results. Why, or why not?
If you are sleep deprived, what steps could you take to get more or better quality of sleep? Alternatively, if you are not sleep deprived, what techniques allow you to get quality sleep most
nights of the week?