If Ethan experiences a big jolt of cortisol due to a stressor late in the evening, how will his sleep likely be affected?

a. ?He will sleep heavily and have difficulty waking up.
b. ?He likely will have difficulty falling asleep and may wake frequently during the night.
c. ?He will sleep lightly but soundly.
d. ?He will fall asleep promptly but may wake frequently during the night.


ANSWER:
b

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