What is sleepwalking?
Also known as: sleepwalking, somnambulism.
Sleepwalking is a condition in which a child gets out of bed and walks around while sleeping. It’s often relatively harmless and is usually outgrown over time, though it can pose a risk to the individual and others.
Reviewed by: Mercedes Bello, MD
This page was last updated on: 1/29/2019 3:21:13 PM
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