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What are some reason as to why it's so dangerous to wake a sleepwalker?

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Superstition: This is silly stuff, spooky legend. If they need to be awakened because of danger to themselves, do it. Sleep specialists have some simply, easy, safe rx's that can usually manage this.

Answered 1/21/2013

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