Sleepwalking disrupts sleep quality and can cause accidents. Learn how to prevent it.

What is sleepwalking? 

Sleep disorders are divided into two types: sleepwalking (somnambulism) and sleep talking (sleep talking). Sleepwalking is one of the most common parasomnias. It is a sleep disorder that causes the patient to get up and do various activities while still in a deep sleep, such as walking around, walking out of the house, or in some cases, the sleepwalking may be so severe that it causes them to cook or drive.

Another type is sleep talking or sleep crying. Both types of sleep walking are more common in children than in adults. People who sleepwalk are often โปรโมชั่น ufabet unaware and can’t remember things or only remember a little when they wake up. There is medical information that says sleepwalking can be genetic, meaning it is often found in children who have one or both parents who also sleepwalk.

Types of sleepwalking by sleep stage

Sleepwalking can occur at different stages of sleep, and varies from person to person and each time. In general, sleepwalking can be divided into the following stages:

• Sleepwalking that occurs during Non-REM Sleep (Nonrapid Eye Movement, NREM) 

It is a deep sleep period in Non-REM Sleep. The brain is still in a deep sleep state but is partially awakened, causing sleepwalking behaviors such as getting up and walking (Sleep Walking), being startled (Sleep Terrors or Night Terrors) or doing various activities without realizing it.

• Sleepwalking during REM Sleep (Rapid Eye Movement (REM))

Often associated with violent dreams or nightmares, such as fighting, yelling, or hurting oneself.

• Partial Arousal States

Sometimes sleepwalking can occur when the body is not fully awake after deep sleep, which can lead to repetitive abnormal sleep behaviors, such as sitting up, standing up, or getting out of bed without realizing it.

• Sleepwalking during sleep transitions

It occurs when the brain is changing from deep sleep to other sleep stages, causing the body to remain in a semi-awake state and exhibit abnormal behavior.

What are the symptoms of sleepwalking?

Sleepwalking symptoms vary from person to person and vary in severity. Common symptoms include: 

• Get out of bed and walk
• Sleep-talking or sleep-talking 
• Performing various activities such as getting dressed, opening and closing doors, preparing food, or in some cases, driving a car.
• Sleepwalking, sitting in bed or getting up suddenly
• Exhibits violent behavior, such as fighting, throwing objects, or trying to escape a situation that may be perceived as dangerous in the dream.
• Sleepwalkers are often unaware of their activities and often do not remember what they did when they wake up.