What are the Sleepwalking Symptoms?
There are episodes, ranging from walking inside the room and stepping out of the main door for a blind outdoor walk. Patients may appear dazed and clumsy in their behaviors. They may not be aware what they are doing. The eyes of the sleep walkers are typically open with a glassy, staring appearance as the person quietly roams the house.
On questioning, responses are very slow with simple thoughts, contain non related phraseology, or are absent. If the person is brought back to bed without awakening, the person normally does not remember the event. Sleepwalking is not related with previous sleep problems, sleeping alone in a room or with others, fear of the dark, or anger outbursts.
Older children, who may awaken more easily at the end of an episode, often are ashamed of the behavior. Instead of walking, some children perform repeated behaviors. Bedwetting may also be seen. Some studies suggest that those children who experience sleepwalk may have been more restless sleepers when aged 4-5 years and more restless with more frequent awakenings during the first year of life.
How to take Personal Care at Home
The following steps can help the person who has a sleepwalking disorder, for a healthy life adequate sleep is a must; select a bedroom on the ground floor if possible to prevent a fall and to avoid bunk beds.
Select a safe and calm sleeping environment free of harmful or sharp objects, remove all obstacles in the room, tripping over toys or objects is a potential risk, place an alarm or bell on the bedroom door and if needed, on any windows.
Make sure that you lock the windows and doors especially at night, cover your glass windows with heavy drapes. Regular mediation or relaxation exercises helps to get a better sleep. A sleep what all you need to get rid of many problems.
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