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Is narcolepsy a hereditary disease?
One of the causes of narcolepsy is a genetic mutation. (Neurological Disorder)For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated at the bottom of this answer box.
What is a difference between hypersomnia and narcolepsy?
Hypersomnia is characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness and prolonged nighttime sleep, while narcolepsy involves sudden and uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep, often accompanied by cataplexy (sudden loss of muscle tone). Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder, while hypersomnia can be a symptom of various underlying conditions.
Describe the genetic mutation thought to cause narcolepsy?
The narcolepsy gene allows cells in the hypothalamus to receive messages from other cells. As a result of the mutation, the cells cannot communicate properly, and abnormal sleeping patterns develop.
The physiological term for eating is?
Consumption or ingestion
What is physiological need?
Physiological needs are those required to sustain life, such as: * air * water * nourishment * sleep
Is there an Introduction to the physiological basis of behavior?
How does our physiological state or body condition affect our behavior
What is physiological basis?
Physiological basis refers to the underlying physical and chemical processes within the body that support various functions and activities. It encompasses how cells, tissues, organs, and systems work together to maintain homeostasis and enable the body to respond to changes in the internal and external environment. Studying the physiological basis of different processes helps us understand how the body functions and how disruptions in these processes can lead to disease.
What is the physiological basis of warming?
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Describe and explain the physiological basis of one disorder linked to lack of activity eg obesity?
The physiological effects of no exercise and being over weight obese
Which psychologist studies the biological basis of behavior thoughts and emotions?
Evolutionary psychology with an emphasis on physiological psychology
Involuntary episodes of falling asleep during the daytime while engaged in activity?
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) or Narcolepsy
Does narcolepsy generally take most of your energy?
Narcolepsy robs you of your energy. A study released at the annual conference for narcolepsy stated that a person without narcolepsy would have to stay awake for 32 hours straight to experience the same sensation of that of a person with narcolepsy who was awake for just 1 hour.
Is narcolepsy a parasomnia?
No, narcolepsy is a dyssomnia. It involves the timing, quantity, or quality of sleep.
When was Narcolepsy - song - created?
Narcolepsy - song - was created on 1997-04-08.
What are the demographics of narcolepsy?
40% of patients with narcolepsy have or have had another mental disorder. 18% of patients with narcolepsy are 10 years old or younger. It is estimated that 0.02-0.16% of the general population suffer from narcolepsy. Men and women are equally affected.
What has the author A F Wilhelm Schimper written?
A. F. Wilhelm Schimper has written: 'Plant-geography upon a physiological basis'
Do you have narcolepsy?
Yes.
