Do you really know? How do I know if I sleepwalk?
May 6, 2025
Sleepwalking occurs during deep sleep and can manifest as anything from sitting up to full-on walking. Surprisingly, up to 20% of children experience it at least once, while about 4% of adults might too. Most kids outgrow the condition, and genetics may play a role. The episode also tackles how to recognize if you're sleepwalking and discusses the intriguing legal implications of actions taken during these unconscious episodes. It's a fascinating dive into a sleep disorder that many might not fully understand!
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Nature of Sleepwalking Episodes
- Sleepwalking often occurs during deep sleep between 1 to 3 hours after falling asleep.
- It does not always involve walking; actions like rubbing eyes or talking in sleep are common.
Prevalence and Inheritance
- One in five children experience sleepwalking at least once, while adult prevalence is up to 4%.
- Most children outgrow the tendency by their teens, and it can be inherited.
How to Detect Sleepwalking
- To know if you sleepwalk as an adult, ask family or partners because you won't remember episodes.
- Clues include waking up in different places, unexplained crumbs on clothes, or moved objects in your bedroom.