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Somnambulism (Sleepwalking)

A parasomnia characterized by a partial arousal that occurs during stage IV of non-REM sleep. Affected individuals exhibit semipurposeful behaviors such as ambulation and are difficult to fully awaken. Children are primarily affected, with a peak age range of 4-6 years.
Also Known As:
Sleepwalking; Sleep Walking; Sleep Walking Disorder; Sleep Walking Disorders; Wandering, Nocturnal; Nocturnal Wandering
Networked: 193 relevant articles (11 outcomes, 12 trials/studies)

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Disease Context: Research Results

Related Diseases

1. Night Terrors (Sleep Terror)
2. Parasomnias (Parasomnia)
3. Mental Disorders (Mental Disorder)
4. Schizophrenia (Dementia Praecox)
5. Narcolepsy

Experts

1. Inoue, Yuichi: 5 articles (04/2020 - 10/2011)
2. Schenck, Carlos H: 4 articles (01/2021 - 08/2012)
3. Guilleminault, Christian: 4 articles (05/2005 - 01/2003)
4. Arnulf, Isabelle: 3 articles (01/2021 - 10/2009)
5. Howell, Michael J: 3 articles (01/2021 - 08/2012)
6. Komada, Yoko: 3 articles (04/2020 - 01/2016)
7. Stallman, Helen M: 3 articles (01/2018 - 01/2017)
8. Iranzo, Alex: 2 articles (06/2022 - 03/2018)
9. Boucetta, Soufiane: 2 articles (01/2022 - 11/2019)
10. Dauvilliers, Yves: 2 articles (01/2022 - 11/2015)

Drugs and Biologics

Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to Somnambulism:
1. Olanzapine (Zyprexa)FDA Link
2. Hypnotics and Sedatives (Sedatives)IBA
3. Clonazepam (Rivotril)FDA LinkGeneric
4. Quetiapine Fumarate (Seroquel)FDA Link
5. Diazepam (Valium)FDA LinkGeneric
6. MelatoninIBA
7. Pramipexole (Mirapex)FDA LinkGeneric
8. Timolol (Blocadren)FDA LinkGeneric
9. Ophthalmic Solutions (Eye Drops)IBA
10. Biperiden (Akineton)FDA Link

Therapies and Procedures

1. Hypnosis (Mesmerism)
2. Phototherapy (Light Therapy)
3. Therapeutics
4. Witchcraft (Sorceries)
5. Drug Therapy (Chemotherapy)