The sleep disorder characterized by episodes of walking or performing other actions, typically during NREM stage 3 or 4 slow-wave sleep, is called:
A) sexsomnia.
B) sleepsex.
C) REM sleep behavior disorder.
D) sleepwalking.

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Sleepwalking is a sleep disorder that involves walking or performing other activities during NREM stage 3 or 4 slow-wave sleep. Sexsomnia and sleepsex refer specifically to sexual behaviors during sleep, and REM sleep behavior disorder involves acting out dreams during REM sleep.

The Sleep Disorder Characterized by Episodes of Walking or Performing