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Walking during sleep; Somnambulism
Symptoms
When people sleepwalk, they may sit up and look as though they are awake when they are actually asleep. They may get up and walk around, or do complex activities such as moving furniture, going to the bathroom, and dressing or undressing. Some people even drive a car while they are asleep.
The episode can be very brief (a few seconds or minutes) or it can last for 30 minutes or longer. If they are not disturbed,...
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Sleep walking
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Walking during sleep; Somnambulism Prevention Avoid the use of alcohol or central nervous system depressants if you sleepwalk. ... Read more »
Sleep walking
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sleepwalking is a disorder that occurs when a person walks or does another activity while they are still asleep. Alternative Names ... Read more »
Sleep walking
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Walking during sleep; Somnambulism Treatment Some people mistakenly believe that a sleepwalker should not be awakened. It is not... Read more »
Sleep disorders
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Treatments vary and depend on the specific sleep disorder.See:InsomniaHypersomniasSleep terrorsSleep walkingSupport GroupsExpectations (prognosis)The... Read more »
Sleep disorders
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sleep disorders involve any difficulties related to sleeping, including difficulty falling or staying asleep, falling asleep at inappropriate times,... Read more »
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