1. Choose an interesting DSM-5 parasomnia (Sleepwalking; Sleep Terrors; Nightmare Disorder; etc.) and briefly summarize a recent empirical research study that examines the disorder. What treatments are available for the disorder?

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2. There is emerging research that has found that adolescents are not getting enough sleep (e.g., averaging 4-5 hours per night). What are three research-supported reasons why adolescents need to make sure they are meeting the minimum sleep requirements? Support your answer with at least one research citation.

The following articles may be helpful as you address these questions:

Fleetham, J.A., & Fleming, J.A.E. (2014). Parasomnias. Canadian Medical Association Journal, 186(8), E273-E280.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4016090/

Roberts, R.E., Roberts, C.R., & Duong, H.T. (2009). Sleepless in adolescence: Prospective data on sleep deprivation, health and functioning. Journal of Adolescence, 32(5), 1045-1057. doi: 10.1016/j.adolescence.2009.03.007

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2735816/

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