Sleep walking
Alternative Names
Walking during sleep; SomnambulismPrevention
- Avoid the use of alcohol or central nervous system depressants if you sleep walk.
- Avoid getting too tired and try to prevent insomnia, because this can trigger a sleep walking episode.
- Avoid or minimize stress, anxiety, and conflict, which can worsen the condition.
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