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Why do people somtimes sleep walk?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sleepwalking risk: To v risk of sleepwalking: 1. avoid sleep deprivation. 2. Avoid excessive stimulation before bed tv (auditory & visual), radio (auditory), blue lights, confrontations, exercise, etc. 3. Manage your stress levels.

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Answered 5/17/2015

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