What causes sleepwalking?
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'We don't really know what causes it. One theory is that in children the brain has not yet learned that it's best not to walk when in sleep mode,' says Dr Chris.
Other possible causes are:
- Stress
- Being upset
- Sleep deprivation
- Alcohol
- Sleeping pills
And sometimes other sleep disorders such as sleep apnoea.
Being pregnant or having your period can also trigger sleepwalking.
Here are some of the common questions asked:
- If you wake a sleepwalker, will they die?
- If you sleepwalk will you sleeptalk too?
- What are the dangers of sleepwalking?
- Do people know they are sleepwalking?
- Do sleepwalkers need more sleep?
- How do you know when sleepwalking is serious?
By Jennifer Shepherd
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