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Somnolence (alternatively sleepiness or drowsiness) is a state of strong desire for sleep, or sleeping for unusually long periods (compare hypersomnia). It has distinct meanings and causes. It can refer to the usual state preceding falling asleep, the condition of being in a drowsy state due to circadian rhythm disorders, or a symptom of other health problems. It can be accompanied by lethargy, weakness and lack of mental agility.
Deutsch: Schlafen / Español: Dormir / Português: Dormir / Français: Dormir / Italiano: Dormire
Sleeping in psychology refers to the natural, recurring state of rest that is essential for physical and mental health. It involves several phases, including REM (rapid eye movement) and non-REM sleep, each playing critical roles in brain function and overall health. Sleeping is also a state in which a baby alternates from being still and breathing regularly to moving gently and breathing irregularly; the eyes are closed throughout.
In psychology, "sleeplessness" refers to the condition of chronic insomnia or persistent sleep difficulties that significantly impact an individual's physical and mental well-being. It is characterized by the inability to fall asleep or stay asleep, resulting in sleep deprivation and its associated consequences. Sleeplessness is a prevalent issue with multifaceted causes and consequences that extend beyond simple fatigue. In this article, we will explore the concept of sleeplessness in psychology, provide examples, discuss potential risks and application areas, offer recommendations for managing and treating sleeplessness, and briefly touch upon historical and legal perspectives. Finally, we will list some similar psychological concepts related to sleep and its disorders.
Deutsch: Spezifische Lernstörungen / Español: Trastornos Específicos del Aprendizaje / Português: Transtornos Específicos de Aprendizagem / Français: Troubles Spécifiques des Apprentissages / Italiano: Disturbi Specifici dell'Apprendimento
In the context of psychology, SLI stands for Specific Language Impairment. It is a condition characterized by difficulties acquiring and using language due to the absence of sensory impairments, nonverbal intelligence within the normal range, and no apparent neurological disorder. SLI affects both understanding and producing spoken language, which is not consistent with the individual's cognitive abilities, potentially impacting reading, writing, and social interaction.
The Sliding filament model is a theory of muscle contraction describing the sliding of the thin filaments (actin) past the thick filaments (myosin).
The slow-twitch is a fibers muscle fiber type that contracts slowly and develops relatively low tension but displays great endurance to repeated stimulation.
Deutsch: Rauchen / Español: Fumar / Português: Fumar / Français: Fumer / Italiano: Fumare
Smoking is the central aspect of prevention programs designed to keep people from beginning to smoke, as opposed to programs that attempt to induce people to Stop once they have already become smokers.
In the psychology context, smoking refers to the behavior of using tobacco products, typically cigarettes, and the psychological factors that contribute to the initiation and maintenance of this behavior. Psychology explores why individuals begin smoking, why they continue, and what factors can help in cessation.