Sleepwalking at your son's age generally carries no medical or psychological significance. It is a type of sudden partial waking that occurs during arousal from deep non-dreaming sleep. Remember that, during an episode of sleepwalking, your son is not fully awake. Episodes are best handled by gently guiding him back to bed. There's no need to mention the episode in the morning. The child is not aware of sleepwalking, and there's nothing to be gained from discussing it. Treat it in a matter-of-fact way - it's nothing to worry about.This information is provided for purposes of general medical education. Please consult your health care providers for diagnostic and treatment options that pertain to your situation.
*Keyword: Bedwetting, Enuresis, Sleepwalking, Sleep
