How to avoid or over come sleep walking

[Brian147]

its been 2 years now and i m kind of very much frustrated by this habit.. couple of weeks ago my sister made a clip of mine when i woke up, walked in to the kitchen, opened the fridge and started drinking her orange juice.. when i woke up, i was seriously not aware of this and did not believed her until she showed me the video which she made.. any suggestions related to it.. i seriously don't want to get involved in any kind of medication. any other suggestions a part from medication?

[Sho]

I used to sleep walk a lot. Like you, I'd go downstairs and into the fridge too :P. I was told I just grew out of it (although I didn't know you could do that).

I think it's linked with sleep deprivation, stress and/or anxiety. I recommend making sure you get a lot of sleep and try not to do anything too active before bed, try reading or watching TV. My sister used to go to bed straight after doing a night shift at work and she sleepwalked every time. Eventually she started to read before bed, giving time for her to relax before sleeping and it worked. :P

[-:Undertaker:-]

Nothing you can do.

Just better hope you don't one day open up your mum and dads clothes draw and piss in it thinking its the toilet as I did as a kid.

[welshcake]

My sister used to have night terrors and i'm so happy to say she grew out of it when she was like 10
I've watched a documentary about lots of older people who sleep walk all the time and it does look scary.

Hope you eventually get out of it

[Empired]

I used to sleep walk at night but then it just stopped when I started getting a full night's rest.

[Earthquake]

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sleepwalking/basics/lifestyle-home-remedies/con-20031795


If sleepwalking is a problem for you or your child, try these suggestions.

Make the environment safe for sleepwalking. If sleepwalking has led to injuries or has the potential to do so, consider some of these precautions to prevent injury: Close and lock all windows and exterior doors at night. You might even lock interior doors or place alarms or bells on the doors. Block doorways or stairways with a gate, and move electrical cords or other objects that pose a tripping hazard. Sleep in a ground floor bedroom, if possible. Place any sharp or fragile objects out of reach, and lock up all weapons. If your child sleepwalks, don't let him or her sleep in a bunk bed.
Get more sleep. Fatigue can contribute to sleepwalking. If you're sleep deprived, try an earlier bedtime, a more regular sleep schedule or a short nap, especially for toddlers.
Establish a regular, relaxing routine before bedtime. Do quiet, calming activities before bed, such as reading books, doing puzzles or soaking in a warm bath. Meditation or relaxation exercises may help, too.
Put stress in its place. Identify the issues that cause stress, and brainstorm possible ways to handle the stress. Talk about what's bothering you. Or if your child seems anxious or stressed, talk with him or her about any concerns.
Look for a pattern. For several nights, note ― or have another person in your home note ― how many minutes after bedtime a sleepwalking episode occurs. If the timing is fairly consistent, this information is useful in planning anticipatory awakenings.
Try to be positive. However disruptive, sleepwalking usually isn't a serious condition — and it usually goes away on its own.

Hope this helps you!