03 Dec 17 5:22:21 PM
What is Sleepwalking?
Sleepwalking is when someone walks or carries out complex activities while not fully awake. It usually occurs during a period of deep sleep. This is at its height during the early part of the night, so it tends to occur in the first few hours after falling asleep.
What are the symptoms of Sleepwalking?
Sleepwalking is most often initiated during deep sleep but may occur in the lighter sleep stages of NREM, usually within a few hours of falling asleep, and the sleepwalker may be partially aroused during the episode. In addition to walking during deep sleep, other symptoms of sleepwalking include:
What are the causes of Sleepwalking?
Sleepwalking can by triggered by underlying conditions that interfere with sleep, such as:
What are the risk factors of Sleepwalking?
Factors that may increase the risk of sleepwalking include:
How is Sleepwalking diagnosed?
To diagnose sleepwalking, your doctor reviews your medical history and your symptoms. Your evaluation may include:-
What are the treatments of Sleepwalking?
Treatment may include:
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