SLEEPWALKS Meaning and
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Sleepwalks (noun):
Sleepwalks refer to episodes of somnambulism, a behavior disorder that occurs during sleep, in which an individual engages in various activities while still partially asleep. In this state, the person typically remains in a state of deep sleep, yet manages to undertake actions that are normally performed while awake. Sleepwalks may encompass a wide range of activities, ranging from simple actions such as sitting or walking around to more complex behaviors like eating, talking, or even driving a vehicle.
During sleepwalks, the person's eyes may be open, but they generally appear glassy, distant, and unfocused. The sleepwalker's coordination and motor skills are often impaired, resulting in a clumsy gait or incomplete tasks. In rare cases, sleepwalkers may act violently or exhibit agitated behaviors, unknowingly putting themselves or others at risk.
Sleepwalks typically occur during the deep stages of non-rapid-eye-movement (NREM) sleep, usually within the first few hours after falling asleep. Factors that can trigger sleepwalks include sleep deprivation, stress, fever, certain medications, or underlying conditions such as sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome.
Although the exact causes of sleepwalking are not fully understood, it is believed to be associated with an abnormal partial arousal from sleep, during which the brain regions responsible for arousal and movements become activated, while areas responsible for conscious awareness and judgment remain in a sleep-like state.
Overall, sleepwalks can be considered a relatively harmless condition; however, safety precautions should be taken to prevent injury or accidents during sleepwalking episodes.
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Etymology of SLEEPWALKS
The word "sleepwalks" is derived from the combination of two separate words: "sleep" and "walks".
"Sleep" originated from the Old English word "slæpan" which means "to sleep" or "to deep sleep". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "slepaną".
On the other hand, "walks" is derived from the Old English word "wealcan" which means "to roll" or "to curl". Over time, it evolved into "walk" signifying the action of moving on foot. It originated from the Proto-Germanic word "walkaną".
When these two words are combined, "sleepwalks" refers to the phenomenon of walking or performing activities while asleep.
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