Question
Does somnambulism occur five times affect growth and development?
Answer
Somnambulism, also known as sleepwalking, refers to suddenly getting up and moving around during sleep with no memory of the activity upon waking. This condition is common in children, particularly between the ages of 5-7, and usually resolves spontaneously after adolescence. The occurrence rate of occasional somnambulism in early childhood is about 15%, while the rate of frequent occurrences is between 1% to 6%, with males being more commonly affected. The occurrence rate of somnambulism is higher in families, indicating a genetic predisposition. To reduce the occurrence of somnambulism, it is important to arrange daily routines reasonably, develop good sleep habits, avoid overexertion and high levels of stress, and pay attention to early bedtime and rising, as well as physical exercise to adjust the best sleep rhythm.