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My son jerking his head in every ten to fifteen minutes and this happned when he tries to slip and he wake up?

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Can be normal: While falling asleep it is normal to have some "jerks" that jolt you awake when drifting off to sleep. This is a normal occurrence especially in childhood and adolescence. Although this occurrence can be normal please have your son evaluated by your primary care provider.

Answered 2/18/2015

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