Question
I occasionally get up in the middle of the night to fold the blankets and deliver them to the next room, and the doctor said it was somnambulism. How should I treat this current episode and how long will it last? What are the general conditions at present?
Answer
Somnambulism is one of the sleep disorders in children, related to the delayed maturation of the pediatric central nervous system. It is more common in school-age children, with about 15% of children experiencing at least one somnambulistic episode. Frequent occurrence of somnambulism may be one of the symptoms of childhood migraines. If there are other neurological symptoms present, further examination at a hospital is recommended. It is suggested to consult a regular professional hospital for examination and treatment.