Some of the sleep disorders stated by the families and consulted to the doctor in 20-30% of the children are the problem of initiating sleep and some of them are the problems of maintaining sleep.
It is not possible to say the frequency of its occurrence, but it is between 1-5% among sleep problems. I Have No Determination That It Is Seen More And More.
Sleepwalking, which is usually a childhood sleep disorder, often occurs between the ages of 4-8 and completely disappears until the age of 15 at the latest. It is more common in boys. It’s not clear why it’s more common in boys. In some studies, information can be obtained about the mother or father sleeping very deeply in the family.
Sleepwalking Is Not A Disease. It is the problem of waking up in the first hours of sleep, that is, in the first stage of sleep. It is the problem of waking up from a deep sleep without dreams. That is, Awakening is Desired, but Unsuccessful.
Child Gets Out of Bed, Makes Meaningless Movements, Repetitive Movements, Starts Walking Around. Eyes stare fixedly, do not respond to conversations, continue to wander by overcoming obstacles. Returns to Bed. However, it can also result in an accident. He Absolutely Does Not Remember What He Experienced After The True Awakening.
A Type of Sleep Disorder in Children: Sleepwalking
It Takes A Few Minutes To 1 Hour But Usually 5-15 Minutes.
If it is experienced very often, if it continues in adolescence, research should be done, for example, sleep epilepsy and psychological stress factors should be examined.
What to do; Removing Objects That May Be Dangerous In The Areas The Child Sleeps And Walks Around, Closing Doors-Windows, Locking It.
When You See Your Child Sleepwalking, Be Calm, It Is Absolutely Wrong To Warn Loudly And Shout Or Shake. Don’t Wake It And Take It To Bed Gently.
If a treatment decision has been made, trying to determine psychological stress factors and providing support in this regard, in case of frequent repetitions, electrophysiological evaluations of sleep should definitely be made. If necessary, drug therapy can be recommended.
