Do you think you know everything there is to know about sleep disorders? From insomnia and sleep apnea to the surprising effects of restless leg syndrome, this quiz will test your knowledge of common (and not-so-common) sleep issues. You'll also learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatments that can help improve sleep quality. So, whether you're a sleep enthusiast or trying to catch more zzz's, dive in and see how much you know about the mysteries of an unhealthy sleep.
1 of 12
What hormone, produced by the pineal gland, regulates sleep-wake cycles?
Dopamine
Cortisol
Neuropenephrine
Melatonin
2 of 12
What type of doctor specializes in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders?
Cardiologist
Neurologist
Somnologist
Endocrinologist
3 of 12
What is the term for waking up frequently during the night due to anxiety or stress?
Middle insomnia
Night terrors
Sleep apnea
Narcolepsy
4 of 12
Which of these conditions is most likely to cause daytime fatigue?
Sleep apnea
Night terrors
Sleep paralysis
REM sleep behavior disorder
5 of 12
What effect does blue light from screens have on sleep?
Has no impact on sleep patterns
Reduces melatonin production, making it harder to sleep
Which neurotransmitter imbalance is often linked to Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)?
A problem with Dopamine levels is behind the jerky movements of Parkinson's patients, who often suffer from RLS themselves.
Serotonin
GABA
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
9 of 12
Sleep deprivation can increase the risk of which of the following conditions?
Insufficient sleep results in reduced insulin release after meals, while your body produces more stress hormones to keep you alert. This, however, impairs insulin's ability to function properly, causing excess glucose to remain in the blood, which raises the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Kidney stones
Liver disease
Asthma
Diabetes
10 of 12
What is the primary treatment for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea?
CPAP machine
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Weight loss surgery
Oral medication
11 of 12
What does CPAP stand for?
Controlled Pulmonary Airflow Pump
Continuous Pressure Assistance Program
Cardiovascular Pulmonary Airway Pressure
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
12 of 12
Sleep paralysis, in which we find ourselves unable to move but awake, is often accompanied by what other symptom?
Hallucinations are usually caused by our chest being unable to move, and so it feels as if we have a weight on us, because of our half-sleeping half-awake status, people often see startling and scary hallucinations, like a demon sitting on your chest.
Sleepwalking
Hallucinations
Snoring
Teeth grinding
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