CBT-I CBT-I Relaxation & Mindfulness Techniques

Question 1

What is progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) primarily designed to address in insomnia treatment?

Accepted Answer

Physical tension that contributes to hyperarousal

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Sleep scheduling deficits

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Maladaptive sleep beliefs

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Circadian rhythm disruption

Question 2

Which breathing technique is most commonly recommended as a relaxation tool in CBT-I?

Accepted Answer

Diaphragmatic (belly) breathing

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Rapid thoracic breathing

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Pursed-lip breathing

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Alternate nostril breathing

Question 3

In CBT-I, mindfulness-based approaches primarily help insomnia by:

Accepted Answer

Reducing cognitive reactivity to nighttime wakefulness

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Extending total sleep time directly

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Eliminating the need for sleep restriction

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Increasing melatonin production

Question 4

Autogenic training in CBT-I involves:

Accepted Answer

Self-suggestion of warmth and heaviness in body parts

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Structured physical exercise before bed

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Guided visualization of sleep environments

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Biofeedback using EEG signals

Question 5

Which statement best describes the role of imagery in insomnia treatment?

Accepted Answer

It replaces nighttime rumination with pleasant mental images

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It is a first-line intervention before all other CBT-I components

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It primarily targets sleep architecture deficits

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It is only used with pediatric populations

Question 6

Biofeedback in insomnia treatment most commonly monitors which physiological signal?

Accepted Answer

Skin conductance or EMG activity

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Oxygen saturation

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Respiratory rate

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Blood glucose levels