Nightmares occur during
A) stages 1 or 2 NREM sleep.
B) stages 3 or 4 NREM sleep.
C) REM sleep.
D) the time immediately after awakening.

Name: Nightmares occur during A) stages 1 or 2 NREM sleep. B) stages 3 or 4 NREM sleep. C) REM sleep. D) the time immediately after awakening.
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Nightmares occur during REM sleep, which is the stage of sleep when most vivid dreams occur. During REM sleep, the brain is active and the body is paralyzed, which may contribute to the intensity of the nightmare experience.

Nightmares Occur During