A child may have somnambulism if they suddenly get up and start moving their limbs in bed during sleep, as if dancing, and they won’t wake up even if they are hit. You should seek medical advice.

Somnambulism is a sleep disorder where patients get up and move around during sleep, possibly accompanied by screaming or crying.

Children’s Sleep Disorder Issues: How to Handle the Behavior of Dancing in Dreams

Patient Age: 10 years old. Last night, the child suddenly got up in the middle of the night to fold up his blanket and bring it to the neighbor. Is it somnambulism? Do they need treatment? This is the first occurrence. There are signs of somnambulism. First, we need to check for epilepsy and determine its severity. If necessary, change the sleep schedule. Combine with nerve nutrition and treatment. Sedative medications can also be used. Somnambulism is a sleep disorder that commonly occurs during childhood. During episodes of somnambulism, many patients may experience self-harm or accidental injury. In medicine, some believe it is a type of epilepsy. Mental tension, fatigue, and conflicting emotions are also causes of somnambulism.

A parent inquires about the treatment of somnambulism in a 6-year-old child

Somnambulism, also known as sleepwalking, refers to suddenly getting up and moving around during sleep with no memory of the activity upon waking. It is common in children, especially between the ages of 5-7, and often resolves spontaneously after adolescence. How should you handle somnambulism issues?